Scientific Classification
Kingdom:Plantae
Phylum:Tracheophytes
Class:Liliopsida
Order:Alismatales
Family:Alismataceae
Genus:Sagittaria
Species:subulata
IUCN Status:Least Concern
Quick Stats
Difficulty
Easy
Environment
Freshwater
Brackish
Temperature
20°C - 26°C
pH Level
6 - 8
Water Hardness
36 - 215 ppm
Growth
Moderate
Lighting
Low - High
Max Height
5-40 cm
Placement
Carpet
CO2 Requirements
Low
Water Flow
Low Flow
About This Species
Dwarf Sagittaria is a fantastic plant for anyone new to the aquarium hobby due to its hardy and forgiving nature. It looks like a bright green lawn and is perfect for placing in the front of your tank to create a lush carpet effect. Over time, it will spread on its own by sending out “runners” to create new plantlets, gradually filling in empty spaces. You don't need any special equipment to grow it; it's happy with standard aquarium lighting and doesn't require extra CO2 or fertilizers, though it appreciates a nutrient-rich substrate. Planting is simple: just gently push the roots into your sand or gravel. This plant is very adaptable and can thrive in a wide variety of tap water conditions, making it a low-stress choice for beginners. As a living plant, it helps improve your aquarium's environment by producing oxygen for your fish and helping to consume waste products that could otherwise fuel algae. If the leaves grow too long for your liking, you can simply trim them. Its ability to stay short in good light or grow taller in shadier spots makes it a versatile decorating tool for any new aquascape.
Aquarium Building Information
Max Height
5-40 cm
Placement
Carpet
Substrate
Sand, Gravel, Soil
Attachment Method
Substrate (roots in substrate)
Growth Requirements
Lighting
Low - High
Growth
Moderate
CO2 Requirements
Low
Water Flow
Low Flow
plants.aquariumBenefits
Oxygen Production
Medium
Waste reduction
Medium
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