Murdannia keisak (Tropica)

Origin: Asia
Usage: Midground, Background
CO2: Low
Light: Medium - High
Care: Easy
Growth Form: Stem
Growth Rate: Fast
Height:  4 - 10+”
Width: 1.5 - 2.5”
Temp: 64 - 86F

Murdannia keisak is a striking stem plant with a bamboo-like appearance, native to Asia, where it commonly grows in rice fields. This versatile plant features upright growth but will easily branch out sideways when trimmed, encouraging the development of vertical shoots from side stems. Proper pruning is essential to maintain its upright growth pattern, making it ideal for aquarists who enjoy shaping their plants. Additionally, Murdannia keisak thrives in open-top aquariums and works well as a semi-emersed plant, adding texture and interest to your aquascape.

The plant’s leaves are light green, approximately 0.4 inches (1 cm) wide and 1.2 to 2 inches (3-5 cm) long. When exposed to strong lighting and CO2 supplementation, the tips of the stems take on a reddish hue, adding a touch of color to your aquarium. This feature makes Murdannia keisak a visually appealing addition to tanks where vibrant contrasts are desired.

Murdannia keisak is perfect for aquascapers who enjoy carefully managing plant growth. With regular pruning, you can create a dense, upright formation or allow it to spread more naturally across the tank. Its ability to adapt as both a submerged and semi-emersed plant makes it suitable for a wide range of aquarium setups, from traditional planted tanks to open-top displays.

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