Limnophila sessiliflora

Limnophila sessiliflora (Vahl) Blume

BackgroundStem plant

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Planting & care

  • PlacementBackground
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height5.9–15.7" (15–40 cm)

Quick specs

Difficulty
Easy
Light
Low
CO₂
Recommended
Temperature
68–79°F (20–26°C)
Placement
Background
Growth type
Stem plant
Aquarium suitability
Suitable for aquariums Suitable for long-term aquarium use.
Approx. height
5.9–15.7" (15–40 cm)

Water conditions

Temperature
68–79°F (20–26°C)
pH
5–8
Carbonate hardness
2–21 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
5–40 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Very fast
Width
1.2–1.6" (3–4 cm)
Propagation
cuttings and runners
Color
Green

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What you’ll need to grow Limnophila sessiliflora

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Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Plantaginaceae
Genus
Limnophila
Botanical name
Limnophila sessiliflora (Vahl) Blume

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