Aponogeton longiplumulosus

Scientific name: Aponogeton longiplumulosus

Family: Aponogetonaceae

Usual maximum size in aquariums: 35 - 60 cm (13.78 - 23.62 inch)

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Recommended pH range for the species: 5.7 - 7.9

Recommended water hardness (dGH): 0 - 12°N (0 - 214.29ppm)

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Recommended temperature: 18 - 26 °C (64.4 - 78.8°F)

Reproduction of the plant: Seeds

Origin (in the wild): Madagascar

How fast these plants grow: Normal

Recommended substrate: Fine gravel

Demands on lighting: Bright

Ideal placement in a fish tank: Background

Family

Aponogetonaceae

Growth Rate

Aponogeton longiplumulosus will grow at a steady but constant pace.

Planting Area

Midground to background of fish tanks is a suitable place where to plant this species.

Lighting Requirements

Medium to bright, it is best to offer this Aponogeton bright lighting initially and reduce it once the plant shows signs of growth.

Propagation

This plant can be reproduced from seeds easily, once the plant has flowered, rub along the flower head with a small paintbrush to fertilise the plants. After using this propagation method the flower will go into a dormant stage so many keepers prefer to split the tubers rather than use this method.

Difficulty

Medium difficulty.

Short Description

These are a beautiful plant with long slender and fluted leaves. They will flower on a regular basis but after this they will go into a state of dormancy for a few weeks. They seem to do best in finer gravel that contains plenty of nutrients.