Aquarium plant

Barclaya longifolia

Midground, BackgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

For midground and background planting, Barclaya longifolia grows as a rosette plant. Its profile combines medium care, medium light, recommended CO₂.

Barclaya longifolia suits water with temperature 24–28 °C, pH 5.5–7.5, KH 2–20 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height8–16 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
24–28 °C
pH
5.5–7.5
Carbonate hardness
2–20 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Medium
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Nymphaeaceae
Genus
Barclaya

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FAQ

Where should Barclaya longifolia be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Barclaya longifolia need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Barclaya longifolia?

Temperature: 24–28 °C.

How tall does Barclaya longifolia grow?

Height: 8–16 cm.