{"id":28290,"date":"2025-01-30T10:17:26","date_gmt":"2025-01-29T23:17:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/?post_type=product&#038;p=28290"},"modified":"2026-04-20T17:07:34","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T07:07:34","slug":"filigree-milfoil","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/?product=filigree-milfoil","title":{"rendered":"Filigree Milfoil"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><strong>Overview<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Filigree Milfoil is a delicate and feathery aquatic plant that adds a soft, elegant texture to aquariums. Known for its fine, needle-like leaves, it is a popular choice for aquascaping and provides excellent shelter for small fish and shrimp. This plant is relatively easy to care for and can grow quickly under the right conditions, making it a great option for both beginners and experienced aquarists.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>Key Features<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Scientific Name<\/strong>:\u00a0<em>Myriophyllum sp.<\/em><\/li>\n<li><strong>Difficulty Level<\/strong>: Easy to Moderate<\/li>\n<li><strong>Light Requirements<\/strong>: Moderate to High<\/li>\n<li><strong>Growth Rate<\/strong>: Fast<\/li>\n<li><strong>Placement<\/strong>: Background or Midground<\/li>\n<li><strong>CO2 Requirement<\/strong>: Beneficial but not required<\/li>\n<li><strong>Propagation<\/strong>: Cuttings (trim and replant stems)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>Care Instructions<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Lighting<\/strong>: Filigree Milfoil thrives in moderate to high light. Insufficient light may cause the plant to become leggy or lose its vibrant green colour.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Water Parameters<\/strong>: Prefers a temperature range of\u00a0<strong>20-26\u00b0C (68-79\u00b0F)<\/strong>\u00a0and a pH of\u00a0<strong>6.0-7.5<\/strong>. It can adapt to a wide range of water hardness levels.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Substrate<\/strong>: While it can grow in gravel or sand, a nutrient-rich substrate will promote healthier growth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fertilisation<\/strong>: Regular dosing of liquid fertilisers or root tabs is recommended to ensure the plant receives adequate nutrients.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>Why Choose Filigree Milfoil?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ol start=\"1\">\n<li><strong>Aesthetic Appeal<\/strong>: Its fine, feathery leaves create a beautiful, natural look in aquariums.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fast Growth<\/strong>: It grows quickly, making it ideal for filling in empty spaces or creating dense backgrounds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oxygenation<\/strong>: As a fast-growing plant, it helps oxygenate the water and absorb excess nutrients, improving water quality.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Habitat for Fish and Shrimp<\/strong>: Provides excellent cover and breeding grounds for small fish and shrimp.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Q: Does Filigree Milfoil require CO2 injection?<\/strong><br \/>\nA: CO2 is not required but can enhance growth and overall plant health.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q: Can Filigree Milfoil grow in low light?<\/strong><br \/>\nA: It prefers moderate to high light. In low light, it may grow more slowly and lose its vibrant appearance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q: Is Filigree Milfoil safe for shrimp?<\/strong><br \/>\nA: Yes, it is shrimp-safe and provides excellent hiding spots for them.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Q: How do you propagate Filigree Milfoil?<\/strong><br \/>\nA: Propagation is simple\u2014trim the stems and replant the cuttings in the substrate.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<pre><span class=\"token tag\"><span class=\"token attr-value\">Buy Filigree Milfoil (Myriophyllum sp.) for your aquarium. Known for its delicate, feathery leaves, this fast-growing plant is perfect for aquascaping, improving water quality, and providing shelter for fish and shrimp.<\/span><\/span><\/pre>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":28292,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[129,127,128],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-28290","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-growers-choice","7":"product_cat-plants","8":"product_cat-starter-plants","10":"first","11":"outofstock","12":"shipping-taxable","13":"purchasable","14":"product-type-simple"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/28290","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=28290"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/28290\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/28292"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=28290"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_brand&post=28290"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_cat&post=28290"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_tag&post=28290"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}