Aquarium plant

Sagittaria subulata

Midground, BackgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

Sagittaria subulata is a rosette plant for midground and background planting. Recorded care includes low light and recommended CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 18–28 °C, pH 5–9, KH 2–30 °dKH, CO₂ 5–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height5–6 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
18–28 °C
pH
5–9
Carbonate hardness
2–30 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
5–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Propagation
Runners
Color
green

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Alismataceae
Genus
Sagittaria

Similar plants

Aponogeton madagascariensis var. madagascariensis Similar traits: growth type, placement, and light Sagittaria subulata "Needle" Similar traits: growth type, placement, and light Sagittaria subulata "Pusilla" Similar traits: growth type, placement, and light Echinodorus cordifolius Similar traits: growth type, placement, and light Vallisneria nana "Tiger" Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty Cryptocoryne aponogetifolia Similar traits: growth type, placement, and difficulty

FAQ

Where should Sagittaria subulata be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Sagittaria subulata need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Sagittaria subulata?

Temperature: 18–28 °C.

How tall does Sagittaria subulata grow?

Height: 5–6 cm.