Aquarium plant

Shinnersia rivularis

BackgroundStem plant

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Plant overview

Shinnersia rivularis is a stem plant for background planting. Recorded care includes medium care and low light and recommended CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 18–30 °C, pH 5–8, KH 2–21 °dKH, CO₂ 5–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementBackground
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightLow
  • CO2Recommended

Water conditions

Temperature
18–30 °C
pH
5–8
Carbonate hardness
2–21 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
5–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Propagation
Cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Asteraceae
Genus
Shinnersia

Similar plants

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FAQ

Where should Shinnersia rivularis be planted?

Use it for background planting.

What light does Shinnersia rivularis need?

Light requirement: low.

What temperature suits Shinnersia rivularis?

Temperature: 18–30 °C.