What is Ceratophyllum?

Ceratophyllum concerns the family of plants commonly known as Hornworts and sometimes called Contails. They are aquatic plants and grow floating underwater, often close to the surface. They are usually green, with leaves similar to needle. They are located around the world in a mild and tropical climate growing in freshwater locations. They are also cultivated for use in garden ponds and aquariums where they can help keep clean water. The stems are smooth and fine, often branching in several places and in optimal conditions they can grow to a length of 3 to 10 feet (1 to 3 m). Long, narrow, flat leaves that resemble pine needles grow in all directions around the stem along their entire length, with a denser growth near the tip. Ceratophyllum usually swims freely in the water and has no roots, although it occasionally grows the root leaves helps anchor the plant in moving water. Small green flowers, located near the base of the leaf flower during the summer months, often unnoticed.

The native distribution of Ceratophyllum is referred to as cosmopolitan, which means it is around the world and does not have a specific native area. It prefers tropical and mild climate. It is located in ponds, lakes, lakes, swamps and slowly moving streams, most often floating underwater near the surface. It is also grown in artificial garden ponds and is used in aquariums.

The main requirements for the growth of Ceratophyllum are sunlight and water. Although they produce seeds, Ceratophyllum usually multiplies by division. When the pieces of the plant break down due to the fine nature of the stem, they often grow into the creation of new plants, also known as regeneration. When used as a pond, the echonener simply must gently interrupt the tips of the plants and let them float if more plants are required. Under the right conditions, the plant usually multiplies without help and can even start filling the entire pond and require thinning.

CeratophylLum is often placed in garden ponds or aquariums that help keep water without eyelashes. It grows very quickly and uses nutrients in water and essentially hungry algae growth. It consumes all other nitrates in water and emits a large amount of oxygen, which helps maintain a healthy water environment. It also provides shelter for small fish and invertebrates, such as snails, making it a useful plant of habitat in the natural and artificial environment.