Aquarium plant

Persicaria sp. 'Sao Paulo'

Midground, BackgroundStem plant

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Plant overview

For midground and background planting, Persicaria sp. 'Sao Paulo' grows as a stem plant. Its profile combines medium care, medium light, required CO₂.

Persicaria sp. 'Sao Paulo' suits water with temperature 23–27 °C, pH 5–7, KH 0–14 °dKH, CO₂ 2–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Required

Water conditions

Temperature
23–27 °C
pH
5–7
Carbonate hardness
0–14 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
2–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Propagation
Cuttings
Color
red

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Polygonaceae
Genus
Persicaria

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FAQ

Where should Persicaria sp. 'Sao Paulo' be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Persicaria sp. 'Sao Paulo' need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Persicaria sp. 'Sao Paulo'?

Temperature: 23–27 °C.