Banana Plant (Nymphoides aquatica) (Nymphoides aquatica) is a intermediate-level aquarium plant. A lily-like plant with small, banana-shaped roots at the base and heart-shaped leaves that float or grow below the surface. Plant the root cluster in the substrate and leave the tops free.
Care facts at a glance
| Scientific name | Nymphoides aquatica |
|---|---|
| Family | Menyanthaceae |
| Origin | Southeastern United States |
| Height | Leaves 4-12 in, floating or submerged |
| Light | Medium |
| CO2 | Not needed |
| Placement | Foreground to midground |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Temperature | 68-82°F |
| pH | 6.0-7.5 |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Propagation | Plantlets and division |
Quick tips
- Do not bury the banana-shaped roots completely.
- Trim floating leaves if they shade other plants.
- Use root tabs for steady growth.
San Diego water
Captive-bred stock usually adapts to San Diego tap water with slow acclimation. For best color and health, many keepers blend tap with RO/DI water. Learn the numbers in our San Diego tap water guide.
New to planted tanks? Start with our beginner planted tank guide and the plant fertilizer guide.
Find it at Pet Zone
Pet Zone Tropical Fish is a San Diego aquarium store with two locations. Stock changes daily, so call ahead if you are after a specific species or plant. Shop online at petzonesd.com.
4160 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 987-0309
Open daily, 10am-6pm
Aquascaping, planted tanks
4266 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
(619) 283-1812
Closed Monday; Tue-Fri 10:30am-6pm, Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Monster fish, koi