Care Guide

Cabomba furcata

Cabomba Furcata

Care at a Glance

Lighting

Med-High

Growth Rate

Fast

Growth Form

Stem

Placement

Mid- background

True Aquatic

Yes

Available As

Bunch

About This Plant

Cabomba furcata is a very colorful variety of Cabomba that originates from Central and South America. Cabomba furcata has colors ranging from orange to purple making it one of the most colorful species of Cabomba. Cabomba furcata is more difficult to grow than C. caroliniana, but is well worth the effort, as it adds some interesting color to the aquarium. In good conditions, this plant grows very fast so remember to trim it back regularly. Trimmings can be planted to make new plants.

Care Requirements

For best results, needs very soft, very clean water and supplemental CO2

Family

Cabombaceae

Native To

Central and South America

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