Aquarium plant lemongrass and conditions for its maintenance

Aquarium plant lemongrass, or scientifically nomaphyla direct, came to us from the warm rivers of Southeast Asia and, thanks to its high decorative properties, quickly became a favorite of many aquarists. The aquarium plant Schisandra is an ideal option for landscaping a tropical aquarium, where the water temperature never drops below twenty-two degrees (and, as a rule, is at least twenty-eight degrees). Another fairly important condition for the normal development of a plant is suitable acid-base balance of water, which should have medium hardness and a slightly alkaline or neutral reaction. As for soft water, contrary to popular belief, it is in no way suitable for the plant and quickly destroys its leaves, leaving only the top two or three pairs.

The same fate awaits the lower leaves and in low light. Therefore, it is very important that the aquarium is always well lit. The approximate power of lamps (preferably fluorescent) used to illuminate the container should be at least 0.5 W per liter of water. It will also not be superfluous installation of incandescent lamps and the presence of side lighting, thanks to which lemongrass will retain leaves on the lower part of the stem longer.

Special requirements are imposed on the soil. So, it should be nutritious and well silted, with the obligatory addition of a small amount of clay. The thickness of its layer should be at least five to seven centimeters, and the consistency of the soil does not matter: the powerful root system will be well established in any soil.