Care Guide
Aponogeton boivinianus
Aponogeton Rigidifolius
Care at a Glance
Lighting
Medium - high
Growth Rate
Medium
Growth Form
Rhizome
Placement
Background, focal point plant
True Aquatic
Yes
Available As
Bare Root
About This Plant
Florida Aquatic Nurseries grows Aponogeton rigidifolius . Aponogeton rigidifolius is native to the island nation of Sri Lanka Aponogeton rigidifolius is an excellent, though demanding aquarium plant as the focal point in a planted aquarium. It has long dark green leaves that have undulated margins. Aponogeton rigidifolius is not a bulb plant like most Aponogeton sp. Instead, this species has long, thin rhizomes, and requires no rest period. Over time, in excellent conditions, the plant will spread into an impressive stand.
Care Requirements
Soft to medium hard water. Good water flow and a sandy but nutritious substrate.
Family
Aponogetonaceae
Native To
Sri Lanka