Aquarium plant

Trapa natans

FloatingFloating plant

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Plant overview

Trapa natans is a floating plant for floating planting. Recorded care includes easy care and high light.

Water parameters include temperature 4–25 °C.

Planting & care

  • PlacementFloating
  • GrowthFloating plant
  • LightHigh

Water conditions

Temperature
4–25 °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
Fast
Propagation
Seeds
Color
green

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Lythraceae
Genus
Trapa

Similar plants

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FAQ

Where should Trapa natans be planted?

Use it for floating planting.

What light does Trapa natans need?

Light requirement: high.

What temperature suits Trapa natans?

Temperature: 4–25 °C.