Hydrilla verticillata 'Water Thyme' Elodea - 5cm Net Pot

A fast-growing, submerged plant with slender, green leaves, offering excellent coverage and oxygenation for aquatic habitats.

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Hydrilla verticillata 'Water Thyme' - 5cm Net Pot

Product Details

Contents: One Hydrilla verticillata plant in a 5cm net pot, fully submersed

Dimensions: Pot size 8cm x 5cm, Plant height varies

General Description

  • Common Name(s): Water Thyme, Hydrilla
  • Scientific Name: Hydrilla verticillata
  • Visual Description: Dense, finely textured leaves spiraling around stems, creating a lush appearance

Growing Conditions

  • Light Requirements: Moderate to high
  • Water Requirements: Fully submersed in freshwater
  • Temperature Range: 20-27°C (68-80°F)
  • Humidity Preferences: N/A (submersed growth)

Planting & Care

  • Substrate Preferences: Not picky, can root in most substrates
  • Fertilization Needs: Minimal, benefits from nutrient-rich water
  • Propagation Methods: Fragmentation or cuttings
  • Pruning/Tidying Up: Trim regularly to control growth and shape

Placement

  • Aquarium Placement: Background or midground, depending on tank size
  • Attachment: Roots in substrate or attaches to objects with rhizoids
  • Spacing Requirements: Space plants 10cm apart to allow for growth

Compatibility

  • Aquarium Compatibility: Suitable for most freshwater tanks; aggressive growth may outcompete slower-growing plants
  • Pest/Disease Resistance: Generally resilient but monitor for common aquatic pests

Special Requirements or Tips

  • Special Care Instructions: Monitor growth closely; can become invasive if not managed
  • Seasonal Care: Consistent care required year-round in aquarium settings

Ecological Impact

  • Invasiveness: Known to be invasive in natural waterways; control in aquariums is essential
  • Benefit to Wildlife: Provides habitat and oxygenation in controlled environments

Hydrilla verticillata 'Water Thyme' Elodea - 5cm Net Pot

$9.90 $20.00 50% Off