Blyxa Japonica is a stunning aquatic plant that will elevate the aesthetics of your aquascape. Known for its lush, grass-like appearance, Blyxa Japonica features long, ribbon-like leaves that radiate out in a bushy, attractive form. This plant's vibrant green color can turn into rich bronze or reddish hues under high lighting, adding a dynamic look to any aquarium. Our Blyxa Japonica is delivered in a convenient ceramic ring, ready for easy planting in your substrate. This plant is perfect for aquarists looking to create a lush, natural underwater landscape.
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Common Name: Blyxa Japonica
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Scientific Name: Blyxa japonica
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Ring Size: Supplied in a Ceramic Ring for easy planting
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Position in Tank: Foreground to midground
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Growth Form: Bushy, compact, and grass-like
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Color: Vibrant green, with potential red or bronze highlights
Care Guide:
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Lighting:
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Requirement: Medium to high lighting
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Details: Blyxa Japonica thrives under medium to intense lighting. High light promotes vibrant growth and can bring out striking bronze or reddish hues in the leaves.
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CO₂:
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Requirement: Recommended but not mandatory
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Details: While Blyxa Japonica can grow in a low-tech setup, supplemental CO₂ (15-30 ppm) significantly enhances its growth rate, leaf density, and coloration.
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Nutrient Requirements:
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Fertilizers: Root tabs and water column dosing
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Details: A nutrient-rich substrate is ideal for optimal growth. Use root tabs to enrich the substrate with essential nutrients, and supplement with liquid fertilizers to support robust, healthy foliage.
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Water Parameters:
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Temperature: 72°F to 82°F (22°C to 28°C)
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pH: 5.5 to 7.5
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Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water (1-10 dGH)
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Details: Blyxa Japonica prefers soft, slightly acidic water but can adapt to a range of conditions with proper care.
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Planting and Placement:
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Substrate: Best planted in fine-grain, nutrient-rich substrate
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Instructions: Carefully remove Blyxa Japonica from the Ceramic Ring and gently separate the roots. Plant it in clusters, anchoring the roots in the substrate to allow the leaves to spread and create a dense, grassy effect. Space plants about 1-2 inches apart to encourage bushy growth.
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Maintenance:
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Pruning: Trim leaves as needed to maintain shape and control growth. Remove old or damaged leaves to encourage new growth.
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Growth Rate: Moderate, but faster under high light and CO₂ supplementation
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Algae Prevention: Ensure balanced lighting and nutrients to prevent algae growth on the leaves.
Aquascaping Tips:
Blyxa Japonica is perfect for creating a lush foreground or midground area. It can be used in nature-style aquariums to emulate grassy fields or in high-energy aquascapes where its compact, bushy growth serves as a transition between hardscape elements and other taller plants.
