{"product_id":"aponogeton-boivinianus","title":"Aponogeton Boivinianus","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"278\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAponogeton boivinianus, commonly known as the \"Hammer-Leaf\" plant, is a striking bulbous aquatic plant native to Madagascar.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eRenowned for its large, undulating leaves with a hammered texture, this species serves as an impressive centerpiece in freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIts robust growth and unique foliage make it a favorite among aquascaping enthusiasts seeking to add depth and visual interest to their aquatic landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"278\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eImportant: Pre Order Only! Approx Wait time 4-6 weeks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"301\" class=\"\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"365\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"365\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"324\"\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"24\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAponogeton boivinianus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"424\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"368\" data-end=\"424\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"368\" data-end=\"383\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHammer-Leaf Aponogeton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"478\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"478\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"427\" data-end=\"437\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eMadagascar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"538\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"538\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"497\"\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eBulbous plant with large, wavy leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"606\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"606\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"565\"\u003eLeaf Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eBright green, textured leaves up to 24 inches in length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"606\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSupplied Size: Small Plantlet with bulb and roots approx 5-10cm in size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"675\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"675\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"634\"\u003eLighting Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eModerate to high intensity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"738\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"738\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"697\"\u003eCO₂ Requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eBeneficial but not essential\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"795\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"795\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"754\"\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eBackground\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"996\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"819\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"818\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"996\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"880\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"880\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"824\" data-end=\"839\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e20–28°C (68–82°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"938\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"938\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"897\"\u003epH Level\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e6.5–7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"996\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"996\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"955\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSoft to moderately hard water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1055\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1055\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1153\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1153\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eVia bulb division or seed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1160\" data-end=\"1198\" class=\"\"\u003eWhy Choose Aponogeton boivinianus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1260\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1260\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003eVisual Impact\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eIts large, textured leaves create a dramatic focal point in aquascapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1323\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1323\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003eLow Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAdaptable to various water conditions and lighting setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1324\" data-end=\"1397\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1397\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eNatural Habitat Simulation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eProvides shelter and breeding grounds for fish and invertebrates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1501\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1501\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003eSeasonal Interest\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eUndergoes a natural dormancy period, adding dynamic growth cycles to your aquarium.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1529\" class=\"\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1865\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1586\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1586\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eEnsure moderate to high lighting for optimal growth and leaf development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1655\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1655\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eCO₂ and Fertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eWhile CO₂ is not mandatory, supplementation can enhance growth. Regular dosing with macro- and micronutrients supports vibrant foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1712\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1712\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003ePlant bulbs in nutrient-rich substrate to encourage robust root systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1770\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1770\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003eWater Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003ePrefers gentle to moderate water movement to prevent leaf damage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1865\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1865\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eDormancy\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe plant may enter a dormant phase, shedding leaves. During this period, reduce lighting and cease fertilization until new growth appears.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1880\" class=\"\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"2648\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"2043\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"2043\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003eDoes Aponogeton boivinianus require CO₂ supplementation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003eNo, it can thrive without CO₂, but supplementation promotes faster growth and larger leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2045\" data-end=\"2184\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2184\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2093\"\u003eHow tall can Aponogeton boivinianus grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003eLeaves can reach lengths of up to 24 inches, making it suitable for larger aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2344\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2344\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003eIs this plant suitable for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2230\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003eYes, its adaptability and low maintenance requirements make it ideal for aquarists of all experience levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2346\" data-end=\"2496\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2496\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003eCan it be grown in low-tech setups?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2388\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003eAbsolutely. It performs well in low-tech aquariums with adequate lighting and nutrient-rich substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2648\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2501\" data-end=\"2648\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2501\" data-end=\"2547\"\u003eHow do I propagate Aponogeton boivinianus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2547\" data-end=\"2550\"\u003ePropagation is typically achieved through bulb division or seed production following flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Fishutaqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49745999659235,"sku":"olq1789531277065","price":66.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/3965\/8211\/files\/aponogeton-boivinianus_1.jpg?v=1789531279","url":"https:\/\/vintageinspiredwear.shop\/products\/aponogeton-boivinianus","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}