Aquarium plant

Eriocaulon compressum

Foreground, MidgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

Eriocaulon compressum is a rosette plant for foreground and midground planting. Recorded care includes difficult care and high light and recommended CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 20–30 °C.

Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground, Midground
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightHigh
  • CO2Recommended

Water conditions

Temperature
20–30 °C

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
Slow
Propagation
Division
Color
green

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Eriocaulaceae
Genus
Eriocaulon

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FAQ

Where should Eriocaulon compressum be planted?

Use it for foreground and midground planting.

What light does Eriocaulon compressum need?

Light requirement: high.

What temperature suits Eriocaulon compressum?

Temperature: 20–30 °C.