This plant is supplied as a dormant bulb, so it won’t sprout straight away like a potted plant. It’s completely normal for Nymphaea lotus bulbs to take several weeks, and sometimes a few months, before showing growth.
As long as the bulb is firm and not mushy, it’s healthy. Once conditions are right, growth can be rapid.
A beautiful bulb that develops with lovely leaves. These will reach the surface of your aquarium making them particularly useful for tall aquariums. The leaves can become quite large and offer excellent protection from the light for fish such as discus.
This plant is unlikely to cause many difficulties in the aquarium as it grows in a wide range of water conditions. It can survive in warm water (up to 30 degrees) and is ideal for a discus tank. When placing it in your aquarium, simply place it on the top of your substrate - do not push it into the substrate or it will rot. The Nymphea Lotus Bulb is a hardy aquatic plant with an impressive growth rate and minimal maintenance requirements, making it a great option for an easy cultivation experience.