The Madagascar Lace Plant is known as the “holy grail” of freshwater aquarium plants. It features long yet broad leaves that appear to be made of lace. This is due to the unique structure of the leaves; the leafy green parts that normally fill up the spaces between the veins of the leaves are absent, giving the plant its delicate, lace-like appearance. It can grow to an astonishing size of 20 inches and works wonderfully as the centerpiece of any aquarium. While this is not a beginner plant, it is easier to keep than its reputation suggests. Much has been learned about its care requirements in recent years, which has improved hobbyists’ success with this plant. Like many Aponogeton bulbs, Madagascar Lace must go through a “resting phase” in order to continue its life cycle. During this time it will shed most or all of its leaves. Before this phase was understood, most people thought that their plant had died. However, when kept correctly, the plant bulb will begin sprouting new leaves a few weeks after the end of the resting phase, often growing larger and fuller than before. While most Aponogeton bulbs must be kept cool or even out of the aquarium in a moist container, the Madagascar Lace Plant bulb should be kept submerged and half buried in the substrate. It also has the unique requirement of higher temperatures during its resting phase. If the substrate is kept fertile with adequate water circulation, the bulb will sprout new leaves. Outside of its summer resting phase, the Madagascar Lace Plant requires cooler water temperatures and at least moderate water flow at all times. We are currently offering this incredible plant as a young bulb, which may already be sprouting leaves when you receive it! Care Guidelines: - Temperature: 65-74° F (18-23° C), 76-82° F (24-27° C) during summer resting phase - pH: 6.5-7.5 - Lighting: Moderate to high - Origin: Indigenous to Madagascar, cultivated in US
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