Banana Lilly Covered Pad 27 x 10cm High

The Banana Lily (Nymphoides aquatica) is a distinctive freshwater plant, renowned for its banana-shaped tubers and lily pad-like leaves. Native to the southeastern United States, it thrives in calm, slow-moving waters. This plant adds a unique aesthetic to aquariums and is favored for its ease of care and rapid growth.

Features

• Scientific Name: Nymphoides aquatica

• Common Names: Banana Lily, Banana Plant, Big Floating Heart

• Origin: Southeastern United States

• Size: Leaves can reach up to 15 cm (6 inches) in diameter

• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast under optimal conditions

• Lighting Requirements: Moderate to high light

• CO₂ Requirement: Not required

• Placement: Foreground to midground

• Water Parameters:

  • Temperature: 20–27°C (68–81°F)

  • pH Level: 6.0–7.5

  • Hardness: 3–6 dKH.

Why Choose the Banana Lily?

• Unique Appearance: The banana-shaped tubers provide a distinctive look, making it a focal point in any aquarium.

• Versatile Growth: Can be grown rooted or as a floating plant, adapting to various aquascaping designs.

• Low Maintenance: Ideal for both beginners and experienced aquarists due to its hardy nature.

• Natural Filtration: Helps improve water quality by absorbing excess nutrients.

Care Instructions

• Planting: Place the plant on the substrate without burying the tubers completely; partial burial encourages root development while maintaining the plant's health.

• Lighting: Provide moderate to high lighting to promote healthy growth and leaf development.

• Fertilization: Supplement with liquid fertilizers to enhance growth, especially in nutrient-deficient setups.

• Pruning: Trim dead or decaying leaves to encourage new growth and maintain plant health.

FAQs

Q: Can the Banana Lily be used in outdoor ponds?
A: Yes, it thrives in calm, shallow pond environments with adequate lighting.

Q: Does it require CO₂ supplementation?
A: No, CO₂ is not necessary, but it can enhance growth if provided.

Q: How does it propagate?
A: Propagation occurs through runners and division of tubers.

Q: Is it compatible with all fish species?
A: Generally, yes; however, avoid housing with herbivorous fish that may consume the plant.