Aquarium plant

Nuphar japonica

BackgroundCreeping plant

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Plant overview

Nuphar japonica is a creeping plant for background planting. Recorded care includes medium care and medium light and recommended CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 20–28 °C, pH 5–8, KH 0–21 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementBackground
  • GrowthCreeping plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended

Water conditions

Temperature
20–28 °C
pH
5–8
Carbonate hardness
0–21 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Medium
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Nymphaeaceae
Genus
Nuphar

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FAQ

Where should Nuphar japonica be planted?

Use it for background planting.

What light does Nuphar japonica need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Nuphar japonica?

Temperature: 20–28 °C.