Ruffled Aponogeton (Aponogeton crispus)

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Ruffled Aponogeton

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Ruffled Aponogeton

Aponogeton crispus

Bulb

pH

5.5 - 7.0

22 -30 °C (71.6-86°F)

Max Height

50 cm (19.7")

Max Width

30 cm (11.8")




Alternative Names and variants[edit]

Ruffled Aponogeton, Wavy Swordplant
There is also a red version of this plant, Aponogeton crispus "Red". With maroon narrow wavy leaves.

Environment Specifics[edit]

Does best in acidic conditions with a good fertiliser substrate. An easy and unfussy plant to grow which will also work in an immersed set up. It flowers very frequently in optimum conditions

Identification[edit]

This plant has long slender leaves with a wavy edge to them. They are light green and almost transparent.

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