{"id":28306,"date":"2025-01-30T10:44:37","date_gmt":"2025-01-29T23:44:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/?post_type=product&p=28306"},"modified":"2025-02-10T12:58:08","modified_gmt":"2025-02-10T01:58:08","slug":"hornwort","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/?product=hornwort","title":{"rendered":"Hornwort"},"content":{"rendered":"

Overview<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Hornwort is a popular and hardy aquatic plant known for its fast growth and feathery, needle-like leaves. It is a versatile plant that can be left floating or planted in the substrate, making it a favourite among aquarists for both its aesthetic and functional benefits. Hornwort is excellent for improving water quality, providing shelter for fish, and outcompeting algae.<\/p>\n

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Key Features<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  • Scientific Name<\/strong>:\u00a0Ceratophyllum demersum<\/em><\/li>\n
  • Difficulty Level<\/strong>: Easy<\/li>\n
  • Light Requirements<\/strong>: Low to High<\/li>\n
  • Growth Rate<\/strong>: Very Fast<\/li>\n
  • Placement<\/strong>: Floating or Planted in Substrate<\/li>\n
  • CO2 Requirement<\/strong>: Not Required<\/li>\n
  • Propagation<\/strong>: Cuttings (trim and replant stems)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    Care Instructions<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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    • Lighting<\/strong>: Hornwort thrives in a wide range of lighting conditions, from low to high light.<\/li>\n
    • Water Parameters<\/strong>: Prefers a temperature range of\u00a015-30\u00b0C (59-86\u00b0F)<\/strong>\u00a0and a pH of\u00a06.0-7.5<\/strong>. It can adapt to a wide range of water hardness levels.<\/li>\n
    • Substrate<\/strong>: If planted, a nutrient-rich substrate is beneficial, but Hornwort can also grow floating without any substrate.<\/li>\n
    • Fertilisation<\/strong>: Regular dosing of liquid fertilisers can promote healthier growth, but it is not strictly necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      Why Choose Hornwort?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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      1. Fast Growth<\/strong>: Quickly absorbs excess nutrients, helping to prevent algae growth and improve water quality.<\/li>\n
      2. Versatile Placement<\/strong>: Can be used as a floating plant or planted in the substrate, making it suitable for various aquascaping styles.<\/li>\n
      3. Low Maintenance<\/strong>: Requires minimal care and thrives in a wide range of water conditions.<\/li>\n
      4. Fish and Shrimp Safe<\/strong>: Provides excellent cover and breeding grounds for fish and shrimp.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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        Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/strong><\/h3>\n

        Q: Does Hornwort require CO2 injection?<\/strong>
        \nA: No, CO2 is not required for Hornwort to thrive.<\/p>\n

        Q: Can Hornwort grow in low light?<\/strong>
        \nA: Yes, it can grow in low to high light, making it a versatile choice for different aquarium setups.<\/p>\n

        Q: Is Hornwort safe for shrimp?<\/strong>
        \nA: Absolutely! It is shrimp-safe and provides excellent hiding spots for them.<\/p>\n

        Q: How do you propagate Hornwort?<\/strong>
        \nA: Simply trim the stems and replant or leave them floating. The cuttings will quickly grow into new plants.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

        Buy Hornwort (Ceratophyllum demersum) for your aquarium. Known for its fast growth and versatility, this hardy plant is perfect for improving water quality and providing shelter for fish and shrimp. Shop now!<\/span><\/span><\/pre>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":28308,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[127,128],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-28306","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-plants","7":"product_cat-starter-plants","9":"first","10":"outofstock","11":"shipping-taxable","12":"purchasable","13":"product-type-simple"},"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/28306","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=28306"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/product\/28306\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/28308"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=28306"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_brand&post=28306"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_cat&post=28306"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.greenaquarium.com.au\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fproduct_tag&post=28306"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}