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Aponogeton 'Lanka'

Family: Aponogetonaceae
Genus: Aponogeton

Difficulty

Easy

Light

Medium to High

Growth Rate

Fast

Usage

Red Accent
Background
Midground

Ideal Conditions

Temperature

15-30°C(opt: 25°C)

CO2

10-40mg/L

pH

5-7

Nutrients

Description

Aponogeton 'Lanka' is a fast-growing cultivar bred by Hans Barth sen. through crossbreeding between a narrow-leaved reddish brown form of A. crispus and A. jacobsenii. It was introduced to the trade around 2002, with its name derived from the origins of both parent species, Sri Lanka.

Nitrate (NO3): 10-50mg/L
Phosphate (PO4): 0.1-3mg/L
Potassium (K): 5-30mg/L
Iron (Fe): 0.01-0.5mg/L

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