Description
Potamogeton gayi. It is a fast-growing stem plant, reaching up to 8 inches long, suitable for midground or background placement in freshwater aquariums, and spreads via runners. The plant thrives in medium to high light, medium to hard water with a wide pH tolerance, and requires pruning to control its rapid growth and maintain its shape.
Appearance:
An upright stem plant with soft, translucent, linear leaves that can be 2–5 mm wide and 5–7 cm long.
Growth Habit:
Grows rapidly via runners and produces branching stems.
Coloration:
Leaf colour can vary from orange-brown to green, influenced by the intensity of light it receives.
Aquatic Needs:
Prefers medium to high lighting conditions, thrives in medium to hard water, and tolerates a wide range of pH values.
Maintenance:
Requires frequent pruning by cutting the tops of the stems and replanting them to manage its fast growth and branching.
Care and Use
Aquascaping:
Its delicate, fine foliage provides a beautiful contrast to broader-leaved plants, making it ideal for midground or background planting.
Placement:
Best planted in groups in large aquariums, though it can be used in the foreground if trimmed short in intense light.
Benefits:
An oxygenating plant that helps improve water quality and provides cover for fish and shrimp.
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