Sagittaria Subulata
You will receive: 1 plant, ready to plant — freshly delivered from the nursery.
✅ Level: Easy — Sagittaria Subulata (Dwarf Sagittaria) has low demands on water composition. CO₂ not required.
Sagittaria Subulata is the largest plant in its family and is known for creating a dense carpet when planted widely apart. When densely planted, it can shoot stems up to 50 cm, making it versatile for the foreground, midground, and background.
🌿 Plant specifications
| Placement | Foreground, midground & background |
| Max. height | ±50 cm |
| Light | Normal to high |
| CO₂ | Optional (5–40 mg/l) |
| Recommended temperature | 18–28°C |
| Temperature tolerance | 4–30°C |
| pH | 5.0–9.0 |
| KH | 2–30 |
| Origin | North, Central & South America |
| Family | Alismataceae |
| Type | Rosette plant |
| Propagation | Via runners |
| Dutch name | Klein pijlkruid, dwerg pijlkruid |
| Other name | Sagittaria Subulata Pusilla |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
🚚 Delivery & warranty
- Freshly delivered from the nursery — ready to plant
- Shipping Tuesday or Friday → Read more about shipping
- Delivery with track & trace, usually within 1–2 business days
- Received dead? We will resolve this together. Contact us within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
- Free shipping from €59,-
✂️ Care
Plant widely apart for a natural grass-like effect, or close together for longer stems up to 50 cm. The plant propagates itself via runners and spreads naturally throughout the aquarium. Thanks to its wide tolerance for water parameters and temperature, this is one of the most forgiving plants available.
💡 Planter tip
Plant in the foreground for a grass-like effect, or let the plant grow tall in the midground or background for more height and volume.
❓ Frequently asked questions
How do I get a dense grass-like effect?
Plant the stems widely apart — the plant will spread naturally via runners to form a full carpet.
Can this plant also be kept in cold water?
Yes, Sagittaria Subulata tolerates a wide temperature range from 4 to 30°C.
Is this plant suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes, completely shrimp-friendly.
Do you have another question? Feel free to contact us — we are happy to help you choose the right plant for your aquarium.
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