Plant Profiles

Myriophyllum aquaticum 'Roraima'

Myriophyllum aquaticum 'Roraima'
Roraima Milfoil
$9.95

Myriophyllum aquaticum 'Roraima', commonly known as the Roraima milfoil, is an eye-catching aquatic plant that is well suited for aquariums and ponds. This densely leaved water milfoil features dark red-brown leaves in higher light and lighter yellow-orange leaves in lower light, making it a colourful addition to the aquascape.

Compared to Myriophyllum aquaticum 'Normalform', this species has a slightly slower growth rate, and grows more densely. Its colouration is also less light dependant. Like Myriophyllum aquaticum 'Green', it also has a narrower shoot width.

This undemanding plant is a fast grower when nutrients are high, and propagates easily from stem cuttings. It can be used in a variety of ways, including as a background and mid-ground plant or even as a floating plant in ponds. Like Myriophyllum aquaticum' 'Normalform, when used as a floating plant, its emersed stems have blue-green, strongly water-repellent leaves. It is good for reducing algae in ponds by providing shade and taking up excess nutrients, and can form a floating stand of upright stems above the water surface.

Myriophyllum aquaticum 'Roraima' is also tolerant of a range of water parameters, making it a great choice for a variety of aquarium setups. This is an excellent choice for anyone looking to add a beautiful and low-maintenance aquatic plant to their aquarium or pond. With a nice autumn colouration even in low to medium lighting, it is sure to be a standout addition to any aquascape.

Requirements and information

Temperature:
TropicalWarmCold

Substrate type:
CoarseFine

Substrate nutrients:

Medium

Water nutrients:

Medium

Light demand:

Medium

CO2:

Low

Height:

Tall

Growth rate:

Vigorous

Growth habit:

Stem

Difficulty:

Easy

Native to:

UNKNOWN