Barclaya Peryana

Barclaya peryana

Plantae›Tracheophyta›Magnoliopsida›Nymphaeales›Nymphaeaceae

📍 Southeast Asia

Extremely rare lily relative with ruffled, dark red-brown leaves. One of the most challenging aquarium plants but stunningly beautiful.

Tank Mates

Otocinclus

Small, peaceful algae-eaters that won't damage delicate leaves or uproot the plant

excellent

Red Cherry Shrimp

Gentle invertebrates that help control algae without harming the plant structure

excellent

Neon Tetra

Small, non-aggressive fish that provide visual interest without disturbing the plant

good

Anubias Nana

Excellent companion plant with similar slow growth and low-light tolerance

excellent

Java Fern

Hardy companion plant that thrives in similar conditions and won't compete aggressively

excellent

Amano Shrimp

Larger shrimp that respects plant structure while providing algae control

good

Common Diseases

Leaf Melt

Symptoms

Leaves become translucent, mushy, or dissolve rapidly; often occurs after transplanting or in poor conditions

Treatment

Ensure stable water parameters, reduce disturbance, improve water circulation, and maintain consistent CO2 and lighting. Remove affected leaves carefully.

Nutrient Deficiency

Symptoms

Stunted growth, yellowing or pale leaves, weak leaf development, or failure to produce new growth

Treatment

Dose comprehensive liquid fertilizers weekly, ensure adequate macro and micronutrients, and verify lighting is sufficient. Test water parameters and adjust fertilization accordingly.

Algae Overgrowth

Symptoms

Green, brown, or black algae coating leaves and reducing light penetration to the plant

Treatment

Reduce light duration to 6-8 hours daily, improve water circulation, add algae-eating fish or shrimp, and perform regular water changes. Manual removal of heavily affected leaves may be necessary.

Root Rot

Symptoms

Blackened or mushy rhizome, foul odor from substrate, leaf yellowing, and plant collapse

Treatment

Improve substrate drainage and water circulation, reduce organic waste accumulation, perform partial water changes, and ensure adequate oxygen. Remove the plant and inspect the rhizome; trim affected portions if possible.