Aquarium plant

Aponogeton natans

Midground, BackgroundFloating plant

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Plant overview

Aponogeton natans is a floating plant for midground and background planting. Recorded care includes medium care and medium light and none CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 20–31 °C, pH 5–8, KH 2–14 °dKH, CO₂ –4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthFloating plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2None
  • Height8–2 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
20–31 °C
pH
5–8
Carbonate hardness
2–14 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Propagation
Seeds

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Aponogetonaceae
Genus
Aponogeton

Similar plants

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FAQ

Where should Aponogeton natans be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Aponogeton natans need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Aponogeton natans?

Temperature: 20–31 °C.

How tall does Aponogeton natans grow?

Height: 8–2 cm.