Cyperus helferi comes from Thailand and is the first species that if aquariumplant was used. The ribbon leaves are 20-35cm long and have a fresh green color.
Cyperus species are found worldwide in many tropical areas, but only a few species are suitable as onderwaterplant. Cyperus helferi comes from Thailand and is the first species that if aquariumplant was used. The ribbon leaves are 20-35cm long and have a fresh green color.
This plant has relatively a lot of light and it is not necessary, but CO2 fertilization is conducive to good growth. Also with a sufficient supply of Nitrate, Phosphate, Potassium and trace elements, the plant will develop healthily. The water should preferably not exceed a temperature of 26 °C. The thin leaves sway easily in the flow and provides a nice soothing effect.
Propagation is by side shoots at the base. These can be cut off and are replanted. Sometimes, the plant forms flowers under water.
| Type: | Rozetplant |
| Origin: | Asia |
| Growth rate: | Slowly |
| Height: | 20-30+ cm |
| Light requirements: | 0.5 W/L |
| CO2 needs: | 6-14 mg/L |
| Level of difficulty: | On average |
Bruine puntjes
Bij aankomst van de twee potjes veel bladeren met bruingele puntjes. Nu na ruim 2 weken beginnen er echter al nieuwe mooi groene bladeren te vormen. Het is een mooie pantje met dunne lange bladeren die mooi met de stroom meebewegen. Mooie achtergrondplant!
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Cyperus helferi comes from Thailand and is the first species that if aquariumplant was used. The ribbon leaves are 20-35cm long and have a fresh green color.
