Lagenandra meeboldii 'Silver Queen' – AP226
Lagenandra meeboldii 'Silver Queen' – AP226
Description
Add a touch of elegance to your aquascape with Lagenandra meeboldii 'Silver Queen' (AP226), a rare and highly sought-after aquatic plant known for its striking silver-green foliage and subtle metallic sheen. Native to India, this hardy plant thrives in a wide range of aquarium conditions, making it an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced aquascapers. Its slow growth and unique leaf texture create a stunning focal point in planted aquariums.
Perfect as a midground or background specimen, Silver Queen develops broad, oval leaves with beautiful silver coloration that contrasts wonderfully against green aquatic plants. The plant adapts well to low-to-moderate lighting and can thrive without CO₂ supplementation, although additional nutrients and CO₂ can enhance its growth and coloration.
Key Features
- Rare and attractive silver-green foliage
- Easy-care plant suitable for beginners
- Slow-growing and low-maintenance
- Ideal for midground or background placement
- Thrives in low to moderate lighting
- Benefits from nutrient-rich substrate
- Compatible with community fish and shrimp tanks
- Excellent focal point for aquascapes
Care Requirements
- Scientific Name: Lagenandra meeboldii 'Silver Queen'
- Plant Type: Rhizome Plant
- Placement: Midground / Background
- Lighting: Low to Moderate
- CO₂: Optional
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Difficulty: Easy
- Temperature: 22°C – 28°C
- pH Range: 6.0 – 7.5