Myriophyllum mattogrossense Tropica Pots

Myriophyllum mattogrossense

Myriophyllum matogrossense originates from Mato Grosso in the Rio Amazonas, Brazil. It has decorative and feather-like, reddish stems (30-60 cm long) and finely divided bright green leaves (5 cm wide).
In good light conditions the leaves spread out in a fan shape. Myriophyllum is relatively easy and is suitable for the background. It needs to be pruned frequently to maintain its bushy form.
It is fast growing and requires a good deal of nutrition.
A good starter plant.
Plant info

Type:

Stem

Origin:

South America

Country or continent where a plant is the most common. Cultivars arise or are bred in cultivation.

Growth rate:

High

Growth rate of the plant compared to other aquatic plants.

Height:

20 – 30+

Average height (cm) of the plant after two months in the tank.

Light demand:

Medium

The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0,5 W/L.

CO2 :

Medium

A medium need in CO2 is 6-14 mg/L. A high demand in CO2 is approx. 15-25 mg/L.

Plants that require a little extra

The plants require 20-40 lumen (or ½ watt T5) per litre to thrive.

CO2 supply is recommended to help plants grow with good colour and density.

Weekly maintenance times of ½-1 hour will be required depending on the growth and development of the plants.

Bottom substrate and liquid fertilisers are required. Special fertiliser is recommended.

Myriophyllum mattogrossense: A Feathery Background Plant for SG

Myriophyllum mattogrossense is a fast, feathery stem we recommend as an easy background filler, particularly for keepers who like that soft, fan-shaped foliage swaying in the current. Originating from the Mato Grosso region of Brazil, it pushes up reddish stems clad in finely divided bright green leaves that spread into a fan under good light. It is a genuine starter plant, forgiving of the inconsistencies a first planted tank tends to have.

Because it grows quickly, it is a useful nutrient sponge that helps outcompete algae while a new SG tank settles. The flip side is regular pruning: expect to trim and replant tops every week or two to keep it bushy rather than leggy. It is hungry, so a nutrient-rich substrate and steady dosing pay off, and our warm 27-29C water suits it without any chiller.

See more tall options in our background plants category for the back row. Our Myriophyllum mattogrossense guide covers feeding and pruning, and a single-species Myriophyllum aquascape idea will help you place and group it for the best effect.