Description

Sagittaria platyphylla

Sagittaria Broadleaf (Chilensis) 5 plants per order. Each plant usually has 2-5 leaves on it.

Sagittaria Chilensis has been used in the hobby for many years. But it is not widely available commercially, which is a shame, because it is a lovely and relatively simple plant for a “low tech” aquarium. Its broad, strap-like leaves are a beautiful contrast to stem plants in the tank.

Very beginner friendly. Best to use a substrate fertilizer, as it loves a nutrient rich substrate.

Common Name:     Broad leafed Sag, Sagittaria Chilensis

Family Name:          Alismataceae

Native To:                 Southern North America and Central America

Lighting:                  Low – moderate

Requirements:        Undemanding, but does best with a nutrient rich substrate

Growth Form:          Rosette

Growth Rate:          Moderate

True Aquatic:          Yes

Placement in Tank:  Mid – background

Available As:            Bare root