Sagittaria Pusillus – CPA

Common Name:Arrowhead

Sagittaria Pusillus, commonly known as Arrowhead, is an exceptionally hardy aquatic plant that makes a fantastic addition to any foreground. If you are looking for a carpeting option that is highly forgiving and adapts to a wide variety of water parameters, this beginner-friendly species is a top-tier choice. Visually, it stands out as one of the taller grass-like carpeting options in the hobby, boasting bold green tones and elegant, ribbon-like leaves. It readily spreads across your substrate via runners, working hard to establish a thick, lush carpet that brings incredible depth and life to your aquascape.

Key Features & Benefits

• Enjoy a highly forgiving, beginner-friendly species that thrives in a broad range of tank conditions without strict demands.
• Create a unique, taller grass look using its bold green, ribbon-like foliage to add dynamic texture to your foreground.

Care

• Maintain at least moderate lighting to keep the plant healthy, or ramp up to intense light to coax out beautiful streaks of red in its leaves.
• Opt to inject pressurized CO2 to drastically speed up its growth rate, though it will still grow completely fine without it.
• Propagate the plant effortlessly whenever it gets too thick by separating the mature runners from the main root system and replanting them.
• Master the basics by learning how to properly grow aquarium carpet plants to ensure your new layout fills in quickly, evenly, and stays free of algae.

Quick Facts
Listed information should be treated as general guidelines only. We encourage you to do thorough research to ensure healthy growth!

• Family Name:Alismataceae
• Origin:South America
• Height:3–6 inches
• Placement:Foreground
• pH:6.0–7.8
• Temperature:68–82°F
• Care Level:Easy
• Light Requirements:Low to Medium (High light unlocks red hues)
• CO2:Not required but recommended for faster growth
• Propagation:Separate runners and replant
• Growth Rate:Moderate