Blyxa Aubertii

Blyxa aubertii

📍 Southeast Asia

Blyxa aubertii is a delicate, fine-leaved stem plant native to Southeast Asia, featuring narrow, bright green leaves arranged in whorls along slender stems. It grows moderately fast under good conditions and is popular for creating a feathery, natural appearance in the midground to background. The plant requires consistent care but rewards attentive aquarists with lush, vibrant growth.

Tank Mates

Amano Shrimp

Non-destructive algae eaters that won't uproot or damage delicate leaves

excellent

Neon Tetra

Small, peaceful fish that won't disturb the plant or substrate

excellent

Otocinclus

Gentle algae grazer that helps maintain plant health without causing damage

good

Red Cherry Shrimp

Peaceful invertebrates that control algae and won't harm fine foliage

excellent

Rotala Butterfly

Complementary stem plant that pairs well aesthetically and has similar care requirements

excellent

Common Diseases

Melt / Transition Shock

Symptoms

Leaves become translucent, mushy, or dissolve rapidly after planting; stems weaken and collapse

Treatment

Ensure stable water parameters (pH, temperature, hardness); provide high light and CO2 supplementation; perform gradual acclimation if transitioning from emersed to submersed form; maintain nutrient-rich substrate and water column fertilizers

Iron Deficiency / Chlorosis

Symptoms

New leaves turn pale yellow or white while veins remain green; older leaves stay darker green

Treatment

Dose liquid iron fertilizer (chelated iron) 1-2x weekly; ensure adequate lighting to promote nutrient uptake; check that substrate contains micronutrients or add fertilizer tabs

Algae Overgrowth on Leaves

Symptoms

Green, brown, or black algae coating fine foliage; leaves appear dull and growth slows

Treatment

Increase water circulation and reduce photoperiod to 8-10 hours daily; add algae-eating shrimp or fish (Amano Shrimp, Otocinclus); manually remove affected leaves; maintain nutrient balance to reduce excess nutrients favoring algae

Nutrient Deficiency (Macronutrients)

Symptoms

Stunted growth, yellowing or browning of older leaves, weak stems, pale new growth

Treatment

Dose comprehensive liquid fertilizer containing NPK (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium) 2-3x weekly; ensure fish bioload provides adequate nitrogen; perform 30-50% water changes weekly to replenish trace minerals

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Quick Facts

co2: recommended
lighting: high
placement: midground
substrate: Root feeder; benefits from nutrient-rich aquasoil or gravel with fertilizer tabs. Prefers fine, well-draining substrate.
growth rate: medium