Myriophyllum Tuberculatum care guide
Myriophyllum Tuberculatum (Myriophyllum tuberculatum) — high light, 22-28 °C, pH 5.5-7, CO2 recommended.
Overview
Myriophyllum Tuberculatum (Myriophyllum tuberculatum) is an aquatic plant of the family Haloragaceae, listed in the Aquairi knowledge base as an advanced-level species. It is typically grown under high light with pressurised CO2 injection on nutrient-rich aquasoil. A stunning feathery red stem plant with extremely fine needle-like leaves arranged in dense whorls that maintain a deep red color. Demands high light, CO2 injection, and stable water conditions, making it a prized specimen for advanced planted tanks.
Taxonomy
- Family: Haloragaceae
- Genus: Myriophyllum
- Scientific name: Myriophyllum tuberculatum
- Common synonyms: Red Milfoil
Habitat
Myriophyllum is a cosmopolitan genus of aquatic plants (Haloragaceae) that grow rooted in lakes, ponds and slow streams, with whorls of finely divided submersed leaves. In the Aquairi knowledge base, populations associated with this form are recorded from India.
Growth requirements
- Lighting: high
- CO2: recommended
- Temperature: 22-28 °C (72-82 °F)
- pH: 5.5-7
- GH: 2-8 °dGH
- Substrate: nutrient-rich aquasoil
- Maximum height: 40 cm
- Growth rate: medium
- Recommended placement: background
Placement
Background stem; very fine feathery leaves provide soft texture and shelter for small fry and dwarf shrimp. In the Aquairi knowledge base this form is recommended for the background under high light with pressurised CO2 injection, using nutrient-rich aquasoil.
Propagation
Propagated by cuttings; replanted tops root quickly and continue vertical growth. Documented propagation techniques for this entry include: stem cuttings.
Common issues
Collects detritus easily; gentle current and a regular leaf shake during weekly maintenance keep the foliage clean.