Aquarium plant

Nymphaea lotus 'red'

Midground, BackgroundFloating plant

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Plant overview

Nymphaea lotus 'red' grows as a floating plant and fits midground and background planting. Care: medium care, low light, recommended CO₂.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 15–30 °C, pH 5–8, KH 2–14 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthFloating plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height2–3 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
15–30 °C
pH
5–8
Carbonate hardness
2–14 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Propagation
Runners
Color
red

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Nymphaeaceae
Genus
Nymphaea

Similar plants

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FAQ

Where should Nymphaea lotus 'red' be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Nymphaea lotus 'red' need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Nymphaea lotus 'red'?

Temperature: 15–30 °C.

How tall does Nymphaea lotus 'red' grow?

Height: 2–3 cm.