Elodea densa
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| American Water Weed | |
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| Anacharis | |
| Species | Elodea densa |
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| Max Height | 6' in the wild. Typically 1-2' in aquariums |
| Max Width | no limit |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Required Lighting | Low-Medium (1.5-2.0 wpg) |
| Temp. | 10-25C (50-77F) |
| Placement | Background or Floating |
| Coloration | Bright Green |
| pH | 6.5-7.5 |
| Grown Rate | fast |
| Water Hardness | Soft-Medium : GH 3-9 dh |
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[edit] Alternative Names
Egeria or Egeria densa (ee-JEE-ree-uh DEN-suh), Anacharis, Brazilian Elodea, Brazilian Water Weed, Giant Elodea, Canadian pond weed
[edit] Environment Specifics
An aquatic weed. Banned in some countries (and states of USA) due to its rapid growth and clogging of water.
However it is also a common beginners aquarium plant as it's often to be found on sale very cheaply in pet shops throughout the world. It is a good oxygenator and due to its rapid growth it will reduce levels of Nitrate in the tank.
[edit] Notes
Recommended low light, fast growing plant. Can be floated or planted. If floated it makes a good cover for fry. Propagation by lateral shoots.
- Known to melt if exposed long term to Seachem's Excel product, bleach, or extended periods of elevated temperatures.
- DO NOT RELEASE THIS PLANT INTO THE WILD!
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