Tropica Proserpinaca palustris 'Cuba' 1-2-Grow!

Proserpinaca is a stem plant, 10-40 cm tall and 5-10 cm wide. Cultivated in closed cups and delivered with saw-toothed leaves, which after a transitional period in the aquarium develop into long, finely denticulated, needle-like leaves. In good light conditions it turns a beautiful copper colour and its characteristic appearance is a pleasing contrast to the other plants. Proserpinaca palustris varies in form according to its origin. The Tropica cultivar is found on the Isla de la Juventud off Cuba.

Care requirements: Difficulty: Advanced (per Tropica). Light demand: High. CO2 demand: High; added CO2 is beneficial. Growth rate: Medium. Placement: Midground to background (stem group). Height in tank: 10-30+ cm. Aquarium plant from tissue culture in closed cup.