Cabomba caroliniana

Family
Cabombaceae

Common Names
Fanwort, Green Cabomba, Carolina Fanwort, Fish Grass

Origin
South and Central America; there are now some areas of North America that have this plant as an invasive species.

Lighting Requirements
Bright, using lower lighting levels will dramatically reduce the growth rate.

Propagation
Propagation is performed by taking cuttings, clear the bottom of the stem of any leaves and place into the substrate in groups, always take care not to crush the exposed stem when re-planting. The cuttings should root quite quickly and as long as the lighting is bright, they should start to grow very quickly.

Difficulty
Medium

Short Description
This plant is very delicate and the leaf stems can break away quite easily. In it’s own habitat the discarded stems will start of new colonies, and in some areas it is classed as an aquatic weed. These are often used to disguise heaters and other hardware in the aquarium; it is also one of the tastiest snacks for many fish. If kept in too low a light it will start to die off.