Crinkled Aponogeton (Aponogeton boivinianus)

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Crinkled Aponogeton

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Crinkled Aponogeton

Aponogeton boivinianus

Bulb

pH

5.5 - 6.5

20 -22 °C (68-71.6°F)

Max Height

60 cm (23.6")

Max Width

30 cm (11.8")




Alternative Names & Variants[edit]

Crinkled Aponogeton

Environment Specifics[edit]

A large plant suitable only for large tall aquariums. They prefer some current in the water and originate from fast flowing water. Best in medium to high light conditions.

Identification[edit]

The oldest long leaves are deep dark-green, while younger leaves are light-green and sometimes brownish until they are fully developed. In favourable conditions it can form very large leaves (up to 80cm (31.5") long and 8cm (3.1") wide).

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