Cabomba is a popular aquatic plant genus from the water-shield family Cabombaceae. It is a relatively hardy and adaptable plant capable of surviving in tropical and extreme temperature conditions.
It features delicate needle-like leaves that grow on thin brittle stems; the vibrant foliage is either pale/lime-green or reddish-purple in color, flowers that are star-shaped or round in structure, it all boils down to the variety.
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| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Optimal Lighting | High |
| Optimal pH | 6.0 – 7.5 |
| Optimal GH | 3 – 8 |
| Optimal Temperature | 20 – 28 °C (68 – 82 °F) |
| Substrate | Any / floater |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Placement in Tank |
Background |
| Size | 20 to 50+ cm (8 – 20 inches or more) |
| Fertilizers |
Yes |
| CO2 | Yes |
| Propagation | By cutting |
| Color |
Green  |