Heteranthera zosterifolia

Maximum height50 cm
Temperature21 - 29 °C
pH6.0 - 7.5
Hardness3 - 15 °dGH

Description

The heteranthera zosterifolia is an aquarium plant commonly known as "sea mousse" or "jungle valisneria". It is a perennial aquatic plant with heart -shaped leaves that grow in compact tufts. Its leaves are green and can reach about 10 cm long. The plant also produces small white or pink flowers in summer.

Origin

  • FamilyPontederiaceae
  • OriginArgentina, southern Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay

Characteristics

  • Maximum height50 cm
  • Temperature21 - 29 °C
  • pH6.0 - 7.5
  • Hardness3 - 15 °dGH

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