Aquarium plant

Shinnersia rivularis 'Variegated'

BackgroundStem plant

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Plant overview

For background planting, Shinnersia rivularis 'Variegated' grows as a stem plant. Its profile combines medium care, medium light, recommended CO₂.

Shinnersia rivularis 'Variegated' suits water with temperature 4–32 °C, pH 5–8, KH 2–21 °dKH, CO₂ 5–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementBackground
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended

Water conditions

Temperature
4–32 °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 'Variegated' be planted?

Use it for background planting.

What light does Shinnersia rivularis 'Variegated' need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Shinnersia rivularis 'Variegated'?

Temperature: 4–32 °C.