Aquarium plant

Tonina sp. 'Manaus'

Midground, BackgroundStem plant

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Plant overview

Tonina sp. 'Manaus' grows as a stem plant and fits midground and background planting. Care: difficult care, high light, recommended CO₂.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 22–30 °C, pH 5–7.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightHigh
  • CO2Recommended

Water conditions

Temperature
22–30 °C
pH
5–7

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
Medium
Propagation
Cuttings
Color
green

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Eriocaulaceae
Genus
Tonina

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FAQ

Where should Tonina sp. 'Manaus' be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Tonina sp. 'Manaus' need?

Light requirement: high.

What temperature suits Tonina sp. 'Manaus'?

Temperature: 22–30 °C.