Tropica Cyperus helferi Potted Plant

Cyperus helferi
In Stock UPC/EAN: 5703249133106
$ 12.95
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TR-WP133A
The Tropica Cyperus helferi Potted Plant has long flowing green leaves creating a natural underwater grass-like effect perfect for adding movement and depth to aquariums.

Tropica Cyperus helferi Potted Plant

Cyperus-species are widespread all over the tropics, but only a few of them are good underwater plants. Cyperus helferi from Thailand is the first Cyperus-species used in aquariums, 20-35 cm tall and a roset from 15-25 cm wide.

It requires a relatively large amount of light, and CO2 addition is recommended to promote growth. In aquariums with good water flow the plant sways beautifully in the current.

Cyperus helferi Plant Information

  • Expert Level: Medium
  • Type: Rosulate
  • Height: 20-30+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium
  • Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon)
  • CO2 Demand: Medium - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L

IMPORTANT: Tropica potted plants fall under our livestock shipping program.