Juncus Fontanesii Repens
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Common Name: Creeping Rush
Scientific Name: (Juncus fontanesii var. repens)
Juncus Fontanesii Repens is a versatile and hardy plant with narrow, grass-like leaves that add a naturalistic texture to aquascapes, paludariums, and vivariums. Its creeping growth pattern makes it an excellent choice for foreground or transitional areas in both submerged and emersed setups.
- Quick Guide
- Essentials
- Features
- Care
Quick Guide
- Growth Environment: Submerged, Emersed, Aquarium, Paludarium, Vivarium
- Care Level: Medium
- Light Requirements: Moderate Light, High Light
- CO2 Requirements: CO2 Recommended
- Placement: Foreground, Middleground
- Growth Characteristics: Moderate-Growing, Creeping
- Water Parameters: Soft Water, Neutral pH
- Special Features: Grass-Like Texture, Spreading Growth, Versatile
- Country of Origin: Europe, North America (Species)
Essentials
- Light: Moderate to strong; higher light encourages compact growth.
- Water: Prefers soft to moderately hard water with a pH of 6.0–7.5. Thrives in submerged and emersed conditions.
- Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C).
- Soil: Grows well in nutrient-rich substrate but can adapt to inert substrates with liquid fertilization.
- Placement: Suitable for the foreground or as a transitional plant in the middleground.
Features
- Size: Grows 4–8 inches tall, making it a compact option for various setups.
- Rate: Moderate-growing; spreads horizontally over time.
- Foliage: Thin, grass-like leaves that grow upright or creep outward depending on conditions.
- Flowering: Produces small, inconspicuous flowers in emersed conditions.
Care
- Fertilizer: Benefits from liquid fertilizers and root tabs for sustained growth. CO2 supplementation enhances growth and encourages spreading.
- Pruning/Propagation: Trim back taller leaves to maintain a compact shape. Propagate by separating runners or replanting cuttings.
- Special Tips: Provide adequate lighting to keep its growth compact. In emersed setups, maintain high humidity to prevent leaf drying.
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