Aquarium plant

Aponogeton eggersii

BackgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

Aponogeton eggersii grows as a rosette plant and fits background planting. Care: easy care, medium light, recommended CO₂.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 20–30 °C, pH 5–7, KH 0–21 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementBackground
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height6–1 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
20–30 °C
pH
5–7
Carbonate hardness
0–21 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Width
3–5 cm
Propagation
Seeds

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Aponogetonaceae
Genus
Aponogeton

Similar plants

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FAQ

Where should Aponogeton eggersii be planted?

Use it for background planting.

What light does Aponogeton eggersii need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Aponogeton eggersii?

Temperature: 20–30 °C.

How tall does Aponogeton eggersii grow?

Height: 6–1 cm.