Dense Waterweed
Egeria densa — Classic beginner aquarium plant. Very fast growing — excellent for cycling new tanks and absorbing excess nutrients. Tolerates cold water. Often invasive when released into wild waterways.
WalstadBiotope
Care at a glance
| Scientific name | Egeria densa |
|---|---|
| Placement | Background |
| Light | medium |
| CO₂ | not required |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Growth | very fast |
| Max height | 24" |
| Temperature | 59-79°F |
| pH | 6.5-8.0 |
| Tech | low |