Remove affected plant, trim rotted portions with sterile tools, reduce water column nutrients, improve water flow, and replant in clean substrate. Ensure rhizome is not buried.

Algae Overgrowth

Symptoms

Green, brown, or black algae coating leaves; reduced light penetration; stunted growth

Treatment

Gently brush algae from leaves with soft brush, reduce lighting duration to 6-8 hours daily, increase water changes, add algae-eating fish like Otocinclus, and reduce excess nutrients.

Nutrient Deficiency

Symptoms

Pale or yellowing leaves; loss of golden coloration in new growth; stunted development

Treatment

Dose liquid all-in-one fertilizer weekly, ensure adequate fish waste in the tank, perform regular water changes to maintain nutrient balance, and verify lighting is adequate.

Melting

Symptoms

Rapid leaf deterioration; transparent or dissolving leaf tissue; overall plant decline

Treatment

Improve water quality with frequent partial water changes, ensure stable temperature (23-28°C), reduce lighting stress, and maintain consistent fertilization. Plant usually recovers within 2-4 weeks.

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Quick Facts

co2: not required
lighting: low-medium
placement: foreground/attached
difficulty: easy
growthRate: slow

Water it likes

ph: 6.0–7.5
hardness: 3–15 dGH
temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)

Legality

No state or federal restrictions on record for this species.

Not legal advice, and possibly incomplete or out of date. Rules vary by state and locality and change over time — always confirm the current regulations with your state wildlife or agriculture agency before buying, keeping, or shipping this species.