Myriophyllum tuberculatum

It is the most suitable millefeuille for tropical aquariums. This tuft species carries finely cut leaves, arranged in verticles of 5 in general sometimes 3 or 6. These leaves 3 cm long, are closely rhomboidal, composed on both sides of the median rib of 8 to 10 segments Filiforms, light green, 0.8-1.6 cm long. This plant adapts easily. It supports very soft water and weak pH. His need in light is average.

Myriophyllum Tuberculatum is a perennial aquarium plant that belongs to the Haloragidaceae family. It is characterized by feathers -shaped leaves made up of several fine and pointed segments. These leaves are generally dark green in color, but can sometimes have red or blue shades depending on growth conditions.

The plant can reach a size of 15 to 20 cm high and needs good light to develop properly. It is mainly reproduced by stolonization, that is to say that it forms tufts of seedlings from its underground stems.

Myriophyllum tuberculatum prefers a substrate rich in nutrients and fresh water at moderate temperature. It can be used as aesthetic addition in a community aquarium or as a filtration plant in a specific tray for cold water fish. However, it can be invasive and must be monitored to prevent it from taking up too much space in the aquarium.