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Crinum Natans
Crinum natans
Plantae›Tracheophyta›Magnoliopsida›Asparagales›Amaryllidaceae
📍 West Africa
Bulb plant with long, wavy ribbon leaves. Nearly indestructible — even survives with African cichlids. Grows from a large onion-like bulb.
Tank Mates
Peaceful algae-eaters that won't damage plant leaves
Gentle schooling fish that provide movement without harming plants
Companion plant with similar low-light tolerance and hardy nature
Compatible slow-growing plant for layered background planting
Peaceful mid-water swimmers that coexist well with rooted plants
Common Diseases
Leaf Rot
Yellowing, browning, or melting of leaves; mushy texture on leaf tissue
Remove affected leaves, improve water circulation, reduce organic waste, and ensure adequate lighting
Nutrient Deficiency
Stunted growth, pale or yellowing leaves, weak new growth
Add all-in-one liquid fertilizer or root tabs; test water parameters and adjust dosing based on tank bioload
Algae Overgrowth on Leaves
Green, brown, or black algae coating leaf surfaces
Reduce lighting duration, increase water changes, add algae-eating fish like Otocinclus, or manually remove algae
Bulb Rot
Soft, mushy bulb; foul odor; plant fails to produce new leaves
Remove plant and inspect bulb; trim rotted portions with sterile tools; replant in fresh substrate with improved water quality
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Quick Facts
- co2
- not required
- lighting
- low-medium
- placement
- background
- difficulty
- easy
- growthRate
- slow
Stats
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