Aquarium plant

Blyxa japonica var. japonica

Foreground, MidgroundRosette plant

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Plant overview

Blyxa japonica var. japonica grows as a rosette plant and fits foreground and midground planting. Care: medium care, medium light, required CO₂.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 20–28 °C, pH 5–6, KH 0–7 °dKH, CO₂ 25–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground, Midground
  • GrowthRosette plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Required
  • Height1–2 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
20–28 °C
pH
5–6
Carbonate hardness
0–7 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
25–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Medium
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Hydrocharitaceae
Genus
Blyxa

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FAQ

Where should Blyxa japonica var. japonica be planted?

Use it for foreground and midground planting.

What light does Blyxa japonica var. japonica need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Blyxa japonica var. japonica?

Temperature: 20–28 °C.

How tall does Blyxa japonica var. japonica grow?

Height: 1–2 cm.