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Nymphoides aquatica

Nymphoides aquatica

Description

Aquatica nymphoids is an aquarium plant commonly known as "old man's beard". It is a floating plant with fleshy and round leaves, which is characterized by pale yellow flowers in the shape of a star. It can reach a height of about 15 cm when cultivated in aquarium. The aquatic nymphoids is easily reproduced by tuft division and needs low to low light to develop properly. This plant is often used to improve the appearance of the aquarium by hiding the filters and creating shade for fish.

Origin

  • Family : Menyantaceae
  • Origin : East and southeast of the United States (Florida)

Features

  • Maximum height : 15 cm
  • Temperature : 19 - 29 °C
  • pH : 6.5 - 7.2
  • Hardness : 5 - 10 °dGH

Contribution

  • Created by : sunnmagic
  • Last update : 22/10/2022

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