Aponogeton madagascariensis
Aponogeton madagascariensis is a bulb plant from Madagascar and is a speciality in botanical gardens all over the world.
The bulb can be covered with the bottom layer, as long as the sprout tip is at the soil surface. Aponogeton madagascariensis makes such high demands on water quality and the bottom that it can only be recommended as a solitary plant in large, specialised aquariums in which the water is replaced frequently. Nutrition capsules enhances the growth considerably.
There are several varieties, with different structures and leaf widths, and sizes from 25-50 cm.
Plant info
| Type: | Bulb/onion | |
|---|---|---|
| Origin: | Africa |  |
| Country or continent where a plant is the most common. Cultivars arise or are bred in cultivation. | ||
| Growth rate: | Medium | |
| Growth rate of the plant compared to other aquatic plants. | ||
| Height: | 20 - 30+ | |
| Average height (cm) of the plant after two months in the tank. | ||
| Light demand: | Medium | |
| The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0,5 W/L. | ||
| CO2 : | Low | |
| A medium need in CO2 is 6-14 mg/L. A high demand in CO2 is approx. 15-25 mg/L. | ||
Care Guidelines: Temperature: 65° - 74° F (18° - 23° C), 76° - 82° F (24° - 27° C) during summer resting phase. pH: 6.5 - 7.5. Lighting: Moderate to high.
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