Aquarium plant

Ottelia alismoides

BackgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

For background planting, Ottelia alismoides grows as a rosette plant. Its profile combines easy care, medium light, recommended CO₂.

Ottelia alismoides suits water with temperature 22–26 °C, pH 6–7.5, KH 2–18 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementBackground
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended

Water conditions

Temperature
22–26 °C
pH
6–7.5
Carbonate hardness
2–18 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Hydrocharitaceae
Genus
Ottelia

Similar plants

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FAQ

Where should Ottelia alismoides be planted?

Use it for background planting.

What light does Ottelia alismoides need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Ottelia alismoides?

Temperature: 22–26 °C.