Madagascar Lace Bulb (Aponogeton madagascariensis)

The Madagascar Lace Plant Bulb is considered by many to be the “holy grail” of freshwater aquarium plants.  * Live arrival guarantee is on the bulb and not the plant growth. * This bulb can grow to an astonishing height of over 20 inches and would easily be considered the centerpiece (plant or animal) for any freshwater aquarium. It has long, rounded leaves that could be considered “skeletal,” resembling a web or netting. While this is not a beginner plant, it is much easier to keep than its reputation suggests. Much has been learned about its care requirements in recent years, which has improved hobbyists’ success with this plant. Like many Aponogeton bulbs, the Madagascar Lace Plant Bulb must go through a “resting phase” in order to continue its life cycle for several years.  During this time it will shed most or all of its leaves.  Before this phase was understood, many people thought that their plant had died and probably threw it away.  However, when kept correctly, the plant bulb will begin sprouting new leaves a few weeks after the end of the resting phase, often growing larger and fuller than before.   While most Aponogeton bulbs must be kept cool or even out of the aquarium in a moist container, the Madagascar Lace Plant bulb should be kept submerged and half buried in the substrate.  It also has the unique requirement of higher temperatures during its resting phase.  If the substrate is kept fertile with adequate water circulation, the bulb will sprout new leaves.  Outside of its summer resting phase, the Madagascar Lace Plant Bulb requires cooler water temperatures, as well as moderate to high water flow at all times.   No aquarium plant distributor/nursery/wholesaler/retailer can or will guarantee their plants to be 100% snail free. We can not guarantee our plants will be snail free. ***PLEASE NOTE - This plant can sometimes arrive as a bulb with no leaves attached. This is normal, and in most cases, new leaves will sprout within a few weeks. If your Madagascar Lace bulb loses its leaves upon arrival, please plant it as usual if the bulb is still firm and healthy. We only guarantee is on the bulb and not the plant. What We Like About This Plant: Net-like or web-like leaves unlike any other plant Excellent centerpiece plant Generally a cool water plant that requires low light Easy to care for if its needs are understood Care Guidelines: Temperature: 65° - 74° F (18° - 23° C), 76° - 82° F (24° - 27° C) during summer resting phase pH: 6.5 - 7.5 Lighting: Moderate to high Origin: Indigenous to Madagascar, cultivated in US nurseries Aquarium placement: Middle to background Care: Moderate   All Aquatic Arts brand plants and animals come with a 100% live arrival guarantee, plus free email support!