Aquarium plant

Aponogeton boivinianus

BackgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

Aponogeton boivinianus is a rosette plant for background planting. Recorded care includes easy care and medium light and recommended CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 22–26 °C, pH 6–8, KH 7–21 °dKH, CO₂ 5–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementBackground
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height3–8 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
22–26 °C
pH
6–8
Carbonate hardness
7–21 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
5–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Width
3–5 cm
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings
Color
green

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Aponogetonaceae
Genus
Aponogeton

Similar plants

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FAQ

Where should Aponogeton boivinianus be planted?

Use it for background planting.

What light does Aponogeton boivinianus need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Aponogeton boivinianus?

Temperature: 22–26 °C.

How tall does Aponogeton boivinianus grow?

Height: 3–8 cm.