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Datasheet
| Aquarium Compatible | yes |
| Plant Outdoor | unknown |
| Plant Emersed Growth | yes |
| Temperature Tolerance | 20°C / 68.00°F - 28°C / 82.40°F |
| Carbonate Hardness | 2-12 kh |
| pH Value | 5.5-7 ph |
| Light | medium-high |
| Carbon Dioxide (CO2) | 10-40mg/lmg/l |
| Nitrate (NO3-) | 10-50mg/lmg/l |
| Phosphate (PO43-) | 0.1-3mg/lmg/l |
| Potassium (K+) | 5-30mg/lmg/l |
| Iron (Fe) | 0.01-0.5mg/lmg/l |
General Description
Marsilea angustifolia, commonly known as Narrow-leaf Nardoo, is a species of aquatic fern belonging to the genus Marsilea in the Marsileaceae family. It is native to the North, West, and Southeast regions of Australia and falls under the category of Ferns (Monilophytes) in the Salviniales order.
Aquarium Suitability
This plant is occasionally available commercially and is suitable for aquariums, particularly for aquarists seeking a foreground or ground cover plant. It is known to form a small-leaved carpet in aquascape setups.
Demands and Hardiness
Marsilea angustifolia thrives under medium-high lighting conditions and requires a pH range between 5.5-7. It can tolerate temperatures ranging from 20-28°C. The plant's carbon dioxide requirements are 10-40mg/l, with a carbonate hardness of 2-12 and phosphate levels between 0.1-3mg/l. Additionally, it needs iron levels of 0.01-0.5mg/l, nitrate concentrations of 10-50mg/l, and potassium levels ranging from 5-30mg/l.
Aquascaping & Usage
In aquarium setups, Narrow-leaf Nardoo serves as an excellent foreground or ground cover plant, enhancing the overall visual appeal by forming a carpet with its small leaves.
Propagation
Propagation of Marsilea angustifolia can be achieved through various methods such as runners, rhizome division, splitting, and cutting off daughter plants.
Habitat and Distribution
This species is predominantly found in aquatic habitats in the North, West, and Southeast regions of Australia, where it thrives in suitable environmental conditions to form lush carpets in the wild.