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Cyanotis sp.

Family: Commelinaceae
Genus: Cyanotis

Difficulty

Medium

Light

Medium to High

Usage

Background
Midground
Nano Tank

Ideal Conditions

Temperature

20-30°C(opt: Not specified)

CO2

20-40mg/L

pH

5-7

Nutrients

Description

Cyanotis sp. is a fast-growing marsh plant with a creeping growth habit. It belongs to the Commelinaceae family. When cultivated submersed, it forms smaller, shorter leaves on upright, straight stems. The leaves are lanceolate and grow in alternating rows. The plant resembles Murdannia keisak but stays smaller and more delicate. In an aquarium, its stems resemble bamboo stems.

Cyanotis sp.

Growth Rate

Slow

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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