Eriocaulon Quinquangulare (Eriocaulon quinquangulare) Care Guide

Large eriocaulon species forming an impressive star rosette. Requires soft, slightly acidic water and CO2; less demanding than 'Ruby' but still an intermediate-advanced plant.

Overview

Eriocaulon quinquangulare is an aquatic plant in the family Eriocaulaceae. Large eriocaulon species forming an impressive star rosette. Requires soft, slightly acidic water and CO2; less demanding than 'Ruby' but still an intermediate-advanced plant.

Taxonomy

Family: Eriocaulaceae
Genus: Eriocaulon
Scientific name: Eriocaulon quinquangulare

Habitat

A pipewort in the family Eriocaulaceae native to tropical Asia. Forms a tight rosette of narrow stiff leaves; like most eriocaulons, prefers soft, acidic, mineral-poor water with stable conditions and rich substrate.

Growth requirements

Light: high (≥80 PAR at substrate)
CO2: pressurised CO2 recommended
Temperature: 22-27 °C
pH: 5.5-6.5
GH: 1-6 °dGH
Nutrient demand: high
Growth rate: slow
Difficulty: intermediate

Placement

Recommended placement: midground
Maximum height: 15 cm

Propagation

Propagated vegetatively in cultivation; specific method depends on the morphological group of the plant.