Aquarium plant

Helanthium bolivianum "quadricostatus"

Foreground, MidgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

Helanthium bolivianum "quadricostatus" is a rosette plant for foreground and midground planting. Recorded care includes easy care and medium light and recommended CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 20–26 °C, pH 5–7.5, KH 0–14 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground, Midground
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height1–15 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
20–26 °C
pH
5–7.5
Carbonate hardness
0–14 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Propagation
Runners

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Alismataceae
Genus
Helanthium

Similar plants

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FAQ

Where should Helanthium bolivianum "quadricostatus" be planted?

Use it for foreground and midground planting.

What light does Helanthium bolivianum "quadricostatus" need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Helanthium bolivianum "quadricostatus"?

Temperature: 20–26 °C.

How tall does Helanthium bolivianum "quadricostatus" grow?

Height: 1–15 cm.