Cyanotis sp.

Family: Commelinaceae

Genus: Cyanotis

Difficulty

Medium

Light

Medium to High

Growth Rate

Slow

Usage

Background

Midground

Nano Tank

Ideal Conditions

Temperature

20-30°C(opt: Not specified)

CO2

20-40mg/L

pH

5-7

Nutrients

Nitrate (NO3): 10-50mg/L

Phosphate (PO4): 0.1-3mg/L

Potassium (K): 5-30mg/L

Iron (Fe): 0.01-0.5mg/L

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.