Nymphoides aquatica, also known as the Banana Plant or Banana Lily, is a unique foreground or mid-ground plant that is well known for its tubers that resemble a bunch of bananas. It can be left to float or planted into the substrate, but be sure to not bury the plant’s tubers more than ¼ inch in the substrate. It is a resilient plant that can tolerate various conditions, including low light, and thus it is generally a beginner-friendly plant.
Information:
- Care: Easy
- CO2: Not Required
- Growth Rate: Slow-Moderate
- Lighting Requirements: Low-Moderate
- Propagation: Runners
- Max Size: 6 inches
- Preferred Fertilizer: Liquid
