Aquarium plant

Cardamine lyrata

Midground, BackgroundStem plant

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Plant overview

Cardamine lyrata grows as a stem plant and fits midground and background planting. Care: easy care, medium light, recommended CO₂.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 18–23 °C, pH 5–8, KH 5–15 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height2–3 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
18–23 °C
pH
5–8
Carbonate hardness
5–15 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Propagation
Cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Brassicaceae
Genus
Cardamine

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FAQ

Where should Cardamine lyrata be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Cardamine lyrata need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Cardamine lyrata?

Temperature: 18–23 °C.

How tall does Cardamine lyrata grow?

Height: 2–3 cm.