(Myriophyllum mattogrossense)

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Feathery Green Beauty for Your Aquarium Background

Introduce lush, vibrant texture to your planted tank with the fast-growing Myriophyllum mattogrossense. This easy-to-care-for stem plant offers delicate, feathery foliage perfect for creating a naturalistic backdrop.

Overview

Hailing from the tropical lowlands of South America, *Myriophyllum mattogrossense*, commonly known as Matogrosso milfoil, is a highly sought-after stem plant for aquascaping. Its finely divided, bright green leaves grow in whorls along slender stems, creating a soft, bushy effect reminiscent of delicate ferns. This plant thrives in the background, adding depth and movement to your aquascape. It is a fast-growing species that benefits from regular trimming to maintain its dense form and encourage bushier growth. Under optimal conditions, it can develop reddish or golden hues at the tips, especially with higher lighting and nutrient levels. Its unique texture provides a beautiful contrast to broader-leaved plants.

Care Level

Easy. *Myriophyllum mattogrossense* is an undemanding plant suitable for beginners. While it grows well in moderate lighting without CO2 injection, it truly flourishes with medium to high lighting and CO2 supplementation, resulting in more compact growth and vibrant coloration. It is relatively hardy and adaptable to various water parameters.

Tank Essentials

Aim for a minimum tank size of 75 litres (20 gallons) to allow for its vigorous growth. Ideal water parameters include a temperature range of 20–28°C (68–82°F) and a pH between 6.0–7.5. It prefers soft to moderately hard water (2–12 dGH).

Diet

This fast-growing plant benefits from a nutrient-rich substrate and regular liquid fertilization, particularly iron and micronutrients. Moderate nitrate (5–10 ppm) and phosphate (1–2 ppm) levels support healthy, balanced growth.

Why Buy From Us

We offer healthy, robust *Myriophyllum mattogrossense* specimens, carefully cultivated for optimal growth. Benefit from our expert advice and secure, swift shipping to bring this stunning aquarium plant right to your door.

• Scientific Name: *Myriophyllum mattogrossense*
• Common Name / Variant: Matogrosso milfoil / Green
• Maximum Size: 30–60 cm
• Origin: South America (Brazil, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia)
• pH Range: 5.5–7.5
• Temperature: 20–28°C
• Lifespan: Perennial
• Swimming Zone: Background

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