Waterhyacinth
Eichhornia crassipes
Pontederiaceae
Floating
Easy
Survival dashboard
Light
High
CO2
Not required
Temperature
18–32 °C
pH
6–8.5
Aquascaping
Max height30 cm
Growth rateVery fast
Substrateany
Origin—
Price$
Trim schedule (hint)
Fast growers usually need trimming every 1–2 weeks once established.
Description
Eichhornia crassipes prefers high light conditions and can thrive without CO2 supplementation. It is a fast-growing plant with a very fast growth rate, making it suitable for experienced aquarists. This plant is easy to care for and can be propagated through cuttings.
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