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04-08-2012, 05:48 AM
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Plant Points: |  Cyperus helferi
Anyone heard of this plant? thinking of getting some but couldn't find it in plant finder. Just curious what you all think of it??
CYPERUS HELFERI http://www.ebay.com/itm/CYPERUS-HELF...item43abe0f756 | 
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04-08-2012, 07:08 AM
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iTrader Positive Rating: 100% Plant Points: |  Re: Cyperus helferi
Hi Josea,
Several GSAS members grow this plant, it seems to do better with higher light levels. | |
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04-08-2012, 07:30 AM
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Plant Points: | Re: Cyperus helferi
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Originally Posted by Seattle_Aquarist  Hi Josea,
Several GSAS members grow this plant, it seems to do better with higher light levels. | Hi and Thanks for answer!
Could you recommend something with that same look that would not require high light? I am setting up 18 g with one fluorescent bulb. The tank is tall. Or if there is a bulb I could buy | |
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04-08-2012, 07:30 AM
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Plant Points: | Re: Cyperus helferi
It grows very tall. More suitable for large tanks. | |
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04-08-2012, 07:32 AM
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Plant Points: | Re: Cyperus helferi
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Originally Posted by totziens It grows very tall. More suitable for large tanks. | I want tall. Just want to do a corner of tall grass like plants. What would be best choice? | |
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04-08-2012, 07:40 AM
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iTrader Positive Rating: 100% Plant Points: | Re: Cyperus helferi
Hi Josea,
Based on my experience with my 45 gallon tall (24" tall) deeper aquariums with lower light levels can are a challenge. How many watts is the fixture / bulb and how deep is the aquarium from the top to the substrate?
An easier plant with a similar look that would be more tolerant of low light would be Vallisneria spiralis. | |
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04-08-2012, 07:44 AM
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Plant Points: | Re: Cyperus helferi
Maybe by specifying the specification of your tank will help the forumers to suggest better. Information such as the size of your tank, what sort of lighting, wattage, kelvin (if available), CO2 or without, type of substrate used, etc. Even the species of fishes will make a difference - certain species of fishes like to destroy certain plants. | |
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04-08-2012, 08:29 AM
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Plant Points: | Re: Cyperus helferi
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Originally Posted by Seattle_Aquarist Hi Josea,
Based on my experience with my 45 gallon tall (24" tall) deeper aquariums with lower light levels can are a challenge. How many watts is the fixture / bulb and how deep is the aquarium from the top to the substrate?
An easier plant with a similar look that would be more tolerant of low light would be Vallisneria spiralis. | It is a 15 watt bulb. The tank is same size as a 10 gallon but tall. So it is 19 inches from top to substrate.
I will look for those plants. Know anyone on here who would sell a few? | |
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04-08-2012, 08:37 AM
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Plant Points: | Re: Cyperus helferi
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Originally Posted by totziens Maybe by specifying the specification of your tank will help the forumers to suggest better. Information such as the size of your tank, what sort of lighting, wattage, kelvin (if available), CO2 or without, type of substrate used, etc. Even the species of fishes will make a difference - certain species of fishes like to destroy certain plants. | This is a brand new setup. It is 18 gallons 20x20x10. 15 watt bulb in there now-open to suggestions for better bulb.
I have Carib sea Eco complete substrate. Just put in today and filled with water. No fish yet. I have aqua clear 200 power filter. I plan to put tiger media from established 72 when I get fish. Wantingsome tall grass like plants for one corner. Hope this is what you neededto know  | |
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04-08-2012, 01:39 PM
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