Tiger lotus grows in aquariums in this country. The plant has to find support in the water so that it does not float upwards. But not everyone knows how deep the tuber is buried and whether there is an up and a down. We clarify.

The tiger lotus bulb should be buried on the ground

First check living conditions

Just having an aquarium is not enough! The water in it should be soft, slightly acidic and rich in carbon dioxide. There should also be a clear water current. Tiger lotus is only worth keeping if you can provide these conditions.

The red tiger lotus likes a nutrient-rich soil and needs very good light conditions for its red underwater leaves. For the green tiger lotus, on the other hand, the soil can consist of pure sand and moderate light conditions are sufficient for it.

The best pelvic area

Tiger lotus grows up to 60 cm high. For planting, look for a bright spot in the middle or at the back of the aquarium. The plant is attractive as a solitary plant but can also be used in a group planting. The red tiger lotus can also be planted near green aquarium plants, where it contrasts well.

plant tuber

A kind of navel can be seen on the water lily bulb. This is the lower side from which the roots will later sprout.

  • Place the tuber the right way round
  • don't dig in completely
  • up to half is enough
  • fix with larger stones if necessary

tips

You can also let the tuber float in the water for a while until the first leaves appear. So you know for sure how around the tuber is buried.

Plant young plants

If a tuber has already sprouted leaves and roots, it is also planted in the ground. Do this carefully so that the bulb does not fall off. If this happens anyway, the plant will still take root and continue to grow. You can also plant the fallen tuber, it will sprout again.

Put the tiger lotus and the pot in the aquarium

If the living conditions are optimal and the care leaves nothing to be desired, tiger lotus can multiply strongly. Clever aquarists therefore plant them in a pot. This limits root growth and thus also the excessive sprouting of new leaves. With a pot, the plant can also be taken out of the water more easily, for example for upcoming pruning measures.

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