Tonina fluviatilis

A distinctive fine-leaved stem plant best suited to aquarists experienced with demanding planted setups.

Planting and placement

Plant individual stems with space between them so light reaches the lower leaves. Remove damaged buried foliage and avoid crushing the stems. Trim tops as the group grows, and replant healthy cuttings where suitable to build a fuller stand.

Light and nutrition

This is a more demanding plant. Provide strong appropriate aquarium lighting, consistent carbon dioxide supplementation, balanced nutrients, and stable conditions. Increase light only when nutrition and carbon supply can support growth; excessive light without balance encourages algae.

Growth and maintenance

Use in a freshwater aquarium and maintain regular water changes and gentle circulation around the planting. Plants grown above water may shed older leaves while producing submerged growth; remove decaying material and allow time to settle. Mature height and coloration vary with light, nutrients, pruning, and conditions. Rinse and inspect plants before introduction, remove packaging and growing material carefully, and consider separate observation where sensitive shrimp or pest exclusion are priorities.

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Reference image. Plant size, color, and growth form may vary.

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