Limnophila wilsonii
Limnophila wilsonii Kasselmann
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Planting & care
- PlacementMidground, Background
- GrowthStem plant
- LightMedium
- CO2Recommended
- Height3.9–23.6" (10–60 cm)
About this plant
Fine-leaved Australian Limnophila discovered by David Wilson in the Moyle River, Northern Territory, and described as a new species in 2019 by Christel Kasselmann. The wild plant was found submerged in clear, flowing, soft water in full sun at depths exceeding one metre. Its bright green, hair-finely divided leaf whorls are about 5–7 cm across, giving a more compact appearance than Limnophila aquatica. It produces both upright stems and runner-like creeping shoots. Aquarium growth is fast. Best results come with low carbonate hardness, strong light, injected CO2 and complete nutrient supply; temperatures to about 29 °C are well tolerated. Propagate from top cuttings and naturally formed runners. It can also grow emersed and flower.
Quick specs
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Light
- Medium
- CO₂
- Recommended
- Temperature
- 68–84°F (20–29°C)
- Placement
- Midground, Background
- Growth type
- Stem plant
- Aquarium suitability
- Suitable for aquariums Suitable for long-term aquarium use.
- Approx. height
- 3.9–23.6" (10–60 cm)
Water conditions
- Temperature
- 68–84°F (20–29°C)
- pH
- 5–7.5
- Carbonate hardness
- 0–6 °dKH
- CO₂ (mg/L)
- 20–30 mg/L
Growth & placement
- Growth rate
- Fast
- Width
- 2–2.8" (5–7 cm)
- Propagation
- cuttings and runners
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What you’ll need to grow Limnophila wilsonii
Start with this plant’s documented care needs, then use an AquariumLesson calculator to size the setup for your aquarium.
Taxonomy
- Major group
- Angiosperms
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
- Genus
- Limnophila
- Botanical name
- Limnophila wilsonii Kasselmann
