Aquarium plant

Ceratophyllum demersum

Midground, BackgroundFloating plant

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Plant overview

Ceratophyllum demersum is a floating plant for midground and background planting. Recorded care includes medium light and recommended CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 10–30 °C, pH 6–9, KH 5–24 °dKH, CO₂ 5–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthFloating plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height5–38 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
10–30 °C
pH
6–9
Carbonate hardness
5–24 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
5–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Propagation
Cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Ceratophyllaceae
Genus
Ceratophyllum

Similar plants

Ceratophyllum demersum "Mexiko" ("redstemig") Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Ceratophyllum submersum Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Najas guadalupensis Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Ceratopteris thalictroides Similar traits: growth type, placement, and light Ceratopteris cornuta Similar traits: growth type, placement, and light Hydrocotyle leucocephala Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty

FAQ

Where should Ceratophyllum demersum be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Ceratophyllum demersum need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Ceratophyllum demersum?

Temperature: 10–30 °C.

How tall does Ceratophyllum demersum grow?

Height: 5–38 cm.