Aquarium plant

Saururus cernuus

Foreground, MidgroundStem plant

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Plant overview

Saururus cernuus grows as a stem plant and fits foreground and midground planting. Care: medium care, low light, recommended CO₂.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 20–25 °C, pH 6–8, KH 5–15 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground, Midground
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended

Water conditions

Temperature
20–25 °C
pH
6–8
Carbonate hardness
5–15 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Slow
Propagation
Cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Saururaceae
Genus
Saururus

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FAQ

Where should Saururus cernuus be planted?

Use it for foreground and midground planting.

What light does Saururus cernuus need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Saururus cernuus?

Temperature: 20–25 °C.