{"product_id":"aponogeton-longiplumulosus","title":"Aponogeton longiplumulosus","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAponogeton longiplumulosus\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAponogeton longiplumulosus\u003c\/strong\u003e is an elegant aquatic plant known for its long, narrow, heavily rippled leaves and graceful appearance. Unlike many large Aponogeton species, it has a refined growth habit that makes it an excellent choice for adding movement and texture to a planted aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves can range from \u003cstrong\u003elight to medium green\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the distinctive undulating surface catching the light beautifully. Given suitable conditions, the plant can produce numerous leaves and become an impressive focal point without looking overly bulky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAponogeton longiplumulosus is relatively undemanding and can adapt to a wide range of aquarium conditions. A nutrient-rich substrate and good overall nutrition will encourage strong growth, while CO₂ injection and good lighting can further improve its development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best planted as a \u003cstrong\u003efeature or background plant\u003c\/strong\u003e, where its long, flowing leaves have room to move naturally with the water flow. Avoid burying the bulb or crown completely in the substrate, as this can lead to rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground to Background\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Medium\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not essential, but beneficial\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds \/ daughter plants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquascaping tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give this plant some space to develop. Its long, ruffled leaves create beautiful movement in the aquarium and can make an excellent natural focal point behind lower-growing foreground plants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"baka","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41835125178501,"sku":"WP500","price":50.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.artofaqua.com\/products\/aponogeton-longiplumulosus","provider":"Art of Aqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}