Water parameters
Temperature22–28°C
pH6–7.5
General hardness (GH)2–12 dGH
Recommended range
Overview
Aponogeton boivinianus is a large species that grows from a tuber and comes from rivers in northern Madagascar. The surface of its long, dark green leaves has a distinctly puckered, crinkled texture, and the edges are wavy. In the aquarium it can grow to 40–60 cm. Like other Madagascan aponogetons, after a few months of growth it may shed its leaves and go dormant.
Planting and Placement
Bury the tuber lightly so that its top stays at the substrate surface. Plant it in the background or alone as a focal plant in aquariums of at least 150 liters. A root tab is essential.
Care and Fertilization
- Light: Medium.
- CO₂: Not required, but it speeds up growth.
- Fertilizer: A root tab once a month.
- Dormancy: When the leaves fall, do not pull out the tuber; it will sprout again within a few weeks. If needed, you can rest the tuber in cooler water (20–22°C).
Propagation
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Common Problems
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- Page created · October 16, 2026