Aquarium plant

Ottelia ulvifolia

Midground, BackgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

Ottelia ulvifolia is a rosette plant for midground and background planting. Recorded care includes medium care and medium light and recommended CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 21–30 °C, pH 5–7.5, KH 0–14 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended

Water conditions

Temperature
21–30 °C
pH
5–7.5
Carbonate hardness
0–14 °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

Ottelia alismoides Similar traits: growth type, placement, and light Aponogeton ulvaceus Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Echinodorus 'Aflame' Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Aponogeton madagascariensis var. madagascariensis Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Cyperus helferi Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Barclaya longifolia Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty

FAQ

Where should Ottelia ulvifolia be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Ottelia ulvifolia need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Ottelia ulvifolia?

Temperature: 21–30 °C.