Lagenandra Meeboldii Green

Lagenandra meeboldii 'Green'

Plantae›Tracheophyta›Magnoliopsida›Alismatales›Araceae

📍 India

Green form of Lagenandra meeboldii with thick, textured leaves. Very different look from crypts despite being related. Hardy once established.

Tank Mates

Amano Shrimp

Peaceful algae grazers that won't damage plant leaves and help maintain tank cleanliness

excellent

Red Cherry Shrimp

Small, non-destructive shrimp that benefit from plant cover and won't uproot or damage leaves

excellent

Otocinclus

Gentle algae eaters that respect plants and provide biofilm control without harming foliage

good

Ember Tetra

Small, peaceful schooling fish that appreciate plant shelter and won't nibble or uproot vegetation

excellent

Anubias Nana

Excellent companion plant with similar low-light tolerance and slow growth rate for balanced planted tank

excellent

Java Moss

Compatible low-light plant that creates layered aquascaping and provides additional shelter

excellent

Common Diseases

Leaf Melt

Symptoms

Rapid deterioration and melting of leaves, particularly after introduction to new tank conditions

Treatment

Maintain stable water parameters, ensure adequate lighting and fertilization, and be patient as new leaves emerge; this is often a temporary acclimation response

Nutrient Deficiency

Symptoms

Stunted growth, yellowing leaves, pale coloration, and lack of new leaf development

Treatment

Dose liquid all-in-one fertilizers weekly, add root tabs to substrate, and ensure adequate lighting to support photosynthesis

Algae Overgrowth

Symptoms

Excessive algae coating on leaves reducing light penetration and nutrient uptake

Treatment

Reduce lighting duration to 8-10 hours daily, perform regular water changes, introduce algae-eating shrimp or fish, and manually remove excess algae

Rhizome Rot

Symptoms

Soft, blackened rhizome tissue, foul odor, and plant collapse despite healthy leaves

Treatment

Improve water circulation, reduce organic waste buildup, perform partial water changes, and ensure substrate is not compacted; severe cases may require plant removal and propagation of healthy portions