Myriophyllum Mattogrossense

Myriophyllum mattogrossense

Plantae›Tracheophyta›Magnoliopsida›Saxifragales›Haloragaceae

📍 Mato Grosso, Brazil

Myriophyllum mattogrossense produces feathery red-green whorled leaves on reddish stems, creating an ornate background plant. Under high light and CO2 the foliage intensifies to deep burgundy. It is a fast grower that needs regular trimming.

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Compatible Livestock

Otocinclus

Small, peaceful algae grazers that won't damage delicate plant leaves

excellent

Red Cherry Shrimp

Gentle invertebrates that graze algae and won't uproot or consume healthy plant tissue

excellent

Neon Tetra

Small, peaceful schooling fish that benefit from dense plant cover for security

good

Dwarf Hairgrass

Complementary foreground plant that creates layered aquascaping with this background species

excellent

Bolivian Ram

Gentle bottom-dweller that won't uproot plants and appreciates the shelter provided

good

Amano Shrimp

Larger shrimp species that actively controls algae without harming established plant stems

excellent

Common Diseases

Nutrient Deficiency (Iron/Macronutrient)

Symptoms

Yellowing of new leaves, stunted growth, pale coloration despite adequate lighting

Treatment

Increase liquid fertilizer dosing to 2x weekly; ensure CO2 is supplemented at 20-30 ppm; test water parameters and adjust NPK ratios

Algae Overgrowth (Green Water/Hair Algae)

Symptoms

Cloudy water, visible hair algae on stems, reduced plant vigor

Treatment

Reduce lighting duration to 8-10 hours daily; increase water change frequency to 30-40% weekly; introduce algae-eating fish like Otocinclus or shrimp; ensure CO2 and nutrients are balanced

Stem Rot/Decay

Symptoms

Mushy, darkening stems; leaves detaching easily; foul odor from substrate

Treatment

Remove affected stems immediately; improve water circulation with increased aeration; reduce organic waste through more frequent water changes; ensure substrate is not compacted

Slow Growth/Melting

Symptoms

Leaves becoming translucent and dissolving; minimal new growth; overall plant decline

Treatment

Verify lighting is 8-10 hours daily at medium-high intensity; increase CO2 to 20-30 ppm; dose comprehensive liquid fertilizer weekly; check water parameters (pH 6.0-7.5, temperature 22-28°C)