Aquarium plant

Marsilea angustifolia

ForegroundCreeping plant

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Plant overview

Marsilea angustifolia is a creeping plant for foreground planting. Recorded care includes easy care and medium light and recommended CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 20–28 °C, pH 5.5–7, KH 2–12 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground
  • GrowthCreeping plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height3–8 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
20–28 °C
pH
5.5–7
Carbonate hardness
2–12 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Slow
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Marsileaceae
Genus
Marsilea

Similar plants

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FAQ

Where should Marsilea angustifolia be planted?

Use it for foreground planting.

What light does Marsilea angustifolia need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Marsilea angustifolia?

Temperature: 20–28 °C.

How tall does Marsilea angustifolia grow?

Height: 3–8 cm.