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Phyllanthus fluitans

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Verzorging Phyllanthus fluitans

Light requirement

Normal light

CO2 mandatory?

Does not require additional CO2 injection

Maximum length

5 CM

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General information about the Phyllanthus fluitans

What makes this Fluitans unique, however, is the reddish-brown tint of the leaves and roots that occurs when there is a nitrogen deficiency.

This unique color combination creates a striking effect in your aquarium. The Phyllanthus Fluitans is especially suitable for aquariums with fish that build bubble nests.

A key characteristic of Phyllanthus Fluitans is its suitability for aquariums with fish that build bubble nests. These fish can easily build their nests among the floating rosettes. The rosettes provide shelter and increase the likelihood of the nest remaining intact, increasing the chances of hatchlings. Furthermore, the floating plant also provides shelter for newborn fish.

You can simply let the plant float. Carefully place the phyllanthus on the water's surface. Make sure it has enough room to float and spread out, as this floating plant grows outward.

If you want to ensure your phyllanthus floats in a specific spot, you can use a floating plant ring. This ring helps keep the plant in place while still allowing it to float and develop. You can learn more about this in our article.making a floating plant ring >

With this approach you can effectively place this floating plant in your aquarium, which not only creates a natural look, but also helps the plant to improve the water values.

Confining Phyllanthus fluitans is a simple way to control the growth of this floating plant. Because it can grow vigorously, it's important to remove it regularly to prevent it from covering the water surface too much and depriving other plants in the aquarium of light and nutrients.

You can easily scoop the plant from the water's surface with your hand or a net. This allows you to easily remove the excess plant without damaging the rest of your aquarium.

This approach prevents Red Phyllanthus from taking up too much space and ensures that it continues to make a positive contribution to water quality without overwhelming other plants.