Parrot Feather
Myriophyllum aquaticum
Medium
High Light
CO2: Recommended
Growth Rate
Fast
Size
Medium
Position
Background
Type
Stem
Water Parameters & Requirements
Temperature
18.0-26.0°C
64-79°F
pH
6.0-7.5
Hardness (GH)
3.0-12.0 dGH
Light
High Light
CO2
Recommended
Care Requirements
Substrate
Required
Fertilization
Required
Pruning
Required
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About
Semi-aquatic plant known as parrot feather. Leaves finely divided into whorls. Very decorative.
Care Notes
Grows quickly and may become emergent. Frequent pruning required. Prefers moderate temperatures. CO₂ beneficial.
Propagation
Stem cutting; replant the tip
Quick Summary
| Scientific Name | Myriophyllum aquaticum |
|---|---|
| Family | Haloragaceae |
| Type | Stem |
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Light | High Light |
| CO2 | Recommended |
| Growth | Fast |
| Position | Background |
| Size | Medium |
| Hardness | 3.0-12.0 dGH |
| Substrate | Required |
| Fertilization | Required |
| Pruning | Required |
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