Samolus valerandi

Samolus valerandi

Description

Gives a good contrast in the aquarium, but is delicate and not always durable. The leaves are gathered in a trivial rosette, they are spatuliform, petiolate and light green. Good growth possible under an intense illumination and at moderate temperature. Put a substrate rich in nutritive materials.

The Samolus Valerandi aquarium plant is an aquatic plant with persistent leaves. It has fine and smooth green leaves that grow in compact tufts. The leaves are oval in shape and have a toothed margin. The plant also produces small white flowers in summer.

The roots of the Valerandi samolus plant are fine and fibrous, and they tend to spread through the aquarium substrate. The plant can reach a height of 10 cm and develops well in low to low at low light conditions. It is suitable for a wide range of pH and water hardness.

The Samolus Valerandi plant is often used to add color and texture to an aquarium, especially in corners or areas where there is less light. It can also be used to create focal points or layers in aquascape. It is easy to maintain and can be easily cut to control its growth.

Origin

  • Family : Primulaceae
  • Origin : North America, west of the NDE, South America,

Features

  • Maximum height :
  • Temperature : 20 - 24 °C
  • pH : 6.0 - 7.0
  • Hardness : 5 - 12 °dGH

Contribution

  • Created by : Amandine44680
  • Last update : 16/11/2022

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