Care specifications
| Type | Stem |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Light | Low (15–70 µmol PAR) |
| CO2 | Not needed |
| Fertilizer demand | Low |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Max height | 24 in |
| Spread | 10 in |
| Placement | Background, Floating |
| Attaches to hardscape | No |
| Snail & shrimp safe | Yes |
| Temperature | 64–86 °F |
| pH | 6–8 |
| Color | Green |
| Trimming | Frequent |
| Styles | Jungle, Biotope |
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Propagation
Snap off any fragment and it will grow into a new plant; it self-propagates so readily it often spreads on its own.
Frequently asked questions
Why is Guppy Grass recommended for breeding tanks?
Its fine, tangled growth gives newborn fry and scattered eggs dense cover from hungry adults, and it floats or anchors anywhere. Combined with fast nutrient uptake that keeps water clean, it is close to ideal for fry survival.
Is Guppy Grass hard to control?
It can be. The plant is brittle and every broken fragment regrows, so it spreads quickly and you will be netting out excess regularly. Never release trimmings into local waterways.
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