Aquarium plant

Cabomba haynesii

BackgroundStem plant

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Plant overview

Cabomba haynesii is a stem plant for background planting. Recorded care includes medium care and high light and recommended CO₂.

Planting & care

  • PlacementBackground
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightHigh
  • CO2Recommended

Nutrients

Nitrate (NO₃)
10–50 mg/L
Phosphate (PO₄)
0.5–3 mg/L
Potassium (K)
5–50 mg/L
Iron (Fe)
0.05–0.2 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Propagation
Cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Cabombaceae
Genus
Cabomba

Similar plants

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FAQ

Where should Cabomba haynesii be planted?

Use it for background planting.

What light does Cabomba haynesii need?

Light requirement: high.