Najas guadaloupensis

Scientific name: Najas guadaloupensis

Family: Najadaceae

Usual maximum size in aquariums: 50 - 100 cm (19.69 - 39.37 inch)

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Recommended pH range for the species: 6 - 7

Recommended water hardness (dGH): 2 - 10°N (35.71 - 178.57ppm)

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Recommended temperature: 23 - 26 °C (73.4 - 78.8°F)

Reproduction of the plant: Cuttings

Origin (in the wild): North America

How fast these plants grow: Fast

Recommended substrate: Fine gravel

Demands on lighting: Medium

Ideal placement in a fish tank: Background

Family

Najadaceae

Common Name

Guppy Grass

Planting Area

Background and in some aquariums is used as a floating plant.

Propagation

If planted in the substrate this plant is propagated by cuttings. The cuttings can be taken from anywhere on the plant but the stems are very delicate so great care must be taken when handling them. Due to the fragile nature of the stems it is best to re-plant them in small bunches so that they can support each other and keep the water flow in the tank at a low level.

Difficulty

Easy

Short Description

Najas guadaloupensis is very suitable plant for any aquarium. It is very easy to keep just because of its requirements on the water temperature and quality. Nevertheless, this plant is seen very rarely in the aquatic shops. Its potential grows with the area it occupies. More space for this nice plant means more attractivity and nice look. It provides an outstanding shelter for newborns and for fry.Generally, there are three species of Najas in the tanks: Najas guadaloupensis, Najas conferta and Najas indica.