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Dwarf Sagittaria — aquatic plant (Sagittaria subulata)

Dwarf Sagittaria

Sagittaria subulata

Care profile for Dwarf Sagittaria: low-medium light, none CO₂, beginner difficulty.

Care Parameters

Light

Low-Medium

CO₂

None

Growth

Medium

Difficulty

Beginner

Placement

Foreground

Temperature

20–28°C

pH

6–8

Propagation

Runners; forms a nice lawn even without CO₂.

Suitable Equipment

4

Hang-On-Back Filter

Sponge Filter

Canister Filter

Internal Filter

Common Problems

3

Plant Leaves Melting

Leaves turn transparent, mushy and fall apart shortly after planting.

Hair Algae

Long green strands coat plants, hardscape and glass. Common in young or bright tanks.

Brown Diatom Algae

A dusty brown coating on glass, plants and decor, common in new tanks.

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