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Stargrass

Heteranthera zosterifolia

Family: Pontederiaceae

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Also known as stargrass, heteranthera zosterifolia has compact star-shaped leaf clusters around each stem, creating a distinctive texture unlike most aquarium plants. It branches freely when trimmed and creates lush, dense mid-background clusters under good lighting.

Keeping this species

co2
Recommended
diet
Water column and substrate feeding
light
Medium to high
tank size
20 gallons minimum
growth rate
Fast

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Water it likes

ph
5.5–7.5
ammonia
0 ppm
nitrate
<30 ppm
hardness
2–12 dGH
temperature
68–82°F (20–28°C)

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