Plants in genus lagenandra
Lagenandra meeboldii 'Red'
Lagenandra meeboldii 'Red' is an aquatic plant from India, popular in aquariums for its striking reddish-brown leaves. It can grow both emersed and submerged, with leaves reaching 4 to 8 inches in length. This plant is easy to care for, tolerating a wide range of water conditions, and its leaf color varies with light exposure, from dusty green to vibrant red-violet.
Lagenandra thwaitesii
Lagenandra thwaitesii is a small aquatic plant from the tropical rainforests of Sri Lanka, known for its slender, bright green leaves with wavy edges. It can be grown submerged or emersed and thrives in moderate to high lighting conditions with CO2 supplementation. This slow-growing plant is compatible with various fish and aquatic species, making it a popular choice for aquariums. It requires a nutrient-rich substrate and can be propagated by dividing the rhizome.
Lagenandra meeboldii 'Green'
Lagenandra meeboldii 'Green' is an aquatic plant native to Sri Lanka, known for its vibrant green, broad leaves with a ribbed texture. It grows to a height of 4-6 inches and thrives in moderate to high lighting conditions. This plant prefers a nutrient-rich substrate and benefits from CO2 supplementation, although it is not required. 'Green' is suitable for foreground and midground placement in aquariums, adding lush greenery to aquatic landscapes.
Lagenandra keralensis
Lagenandra keralensis is a rare aquatic plant native to the Western Ghats of India, known for its broad, ovate-shaped leaves with intricate venation. It thrives in shaded, heavily flooded areas and can be grown submerged or emersed. This slow-growing plant requires moderate to high lighting and is suitable for aquariums and water gardens.
Lagenandra meeboldii
Lagenandra meeboldii is a Southeast Asian plant from the Araceae family, featuring dark green, glossy leaves in a rosette pattern. It is often used in aquariums as a midground or background plant due to its tolerance of various water conditions. The leaves can change color based on lighting.
Lagenandra ovata
Lagenandra ovata is an aquatic plant with broad, ovate leaves that range from vibrant green to reddish-brown. It thrives submerged or emersed and prefers moderate to high lighting, making it suitable for freshwater setups.