Common Name: Family Name: Native To: Lighting: pH: Growth Demands: Growth Form: Growth Rate: True Aquatic: Placement In Tank: Available As:

Anacharis   Hydrocharitacea   Domestic   Medium   6.5-7.5   Easy   Stem   Fast   Yes   Background   Bunch

Egeria densa is a good plant for beginners, and its rapid growth helps create a balance in the aquarium from the start. It can also help prevent algae because it absorbs a great number of nutrients from the water. The plant secretes antibiotic substances which can help prevent blue-green algae (a type of bacteria). The growth rate depends largely on the amount of light and nutrition available. Growth does not stop in unfavourable conditions, but the plant turns light in colour and the tendrils grow thin.