Aquarium plant

Proserpinaca palustris

Midground, BackgroundStem plant

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Plant overview

For midground and background planting, Proserpinaca palustris grows as a stem plant. Its profile combines medium care, medium light, required CO₂.

Proserpinaca palustris suits water with temperature 20–25 °C, pH 5–7.5, KH 0–18 °dKH, CO₂ 15–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Required
  • Height4–12 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
20–25 °C
pH
5–7.5
Carbonate hardness
0–18 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
15–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Medium
Propagation
Cuttings
Color
red

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Haloragaceae
Genus
Proserpinaca

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FAQ

Where should Proserpinaca palustris be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Proserpinaca palustris need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Proserpinaca palustris?

Temperature: 20–25 °C.

How tall does Proserpinaca palustris grow?

Height: 4–12 cm.