| Scientific Name: | Aponogeton Ulvaceus |
| Common Name: | None |
| Substrate: | Plain washed gravel |
| Lighting: | Not critical |
| pH value: | About 7.5 |
| Hardness: | Not critical |
| Temperature: | 72°F (22°C) |
| Height: | Up to 24 in (60 cm) |
| Distribution: | Northern and central Madagascar. |
| Characteristics: | Permanently submerged, that grows in still or flowing water. |
| Aquarium use: | Middleground specimen plant. |
| From Tropica: | Aponogeton ulvaceus is one of the most beautiful species in the Aponogeton family. The leaves are delicate light-green and transparent with fluted margin. A single root can produce more than 40 leaves. This means that the plant is best as a solitary plant in large aquariums. It is relatively tolerant, and thrives in both soft and hard water, particularly if CO2 is added. There are many varieties of Aponogeton ulvaceus, some of which need a dormant period when the root does not produce leaves. |
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