Dwarf Sagittaria - Sagittaria subulata

Characteristics

The Dwarf Sagittaria, is also known as Hudson Sagittaria and Ribbon Wapato. This grass like plant is green in color and fast growing. 

Water Conditions 
72-82° F
KH 3-8
pH 6.5-7.5


Care
Provide a moderate amount of light in the range of 2 to 3 watts per gallon, using full spectrum bulbs. The Dwarf Sagittaria  can withstand hard water as well as water with a surplus of organic substances. Not sensitive to temperature change, it can thrive in very poor planting substrate if given a generous amount of light.

Propagation
Propagation of  this plant occurs through runners set out by the plant. Allow the new plant to develop a root system and immature leaves prior to separating it from the mother plant.

Chilensis - Sagittaria platyphylla

Characteristics
The Chilensis Plant is commonly known as the Broad Leaf Sagittaria. This grass like plant is green in color with wide leaves. This plant is amphibious and will grow out of the water in a small aquarium.

Water Conditions 
72-82° F
KH 3-8
pH 6.5-7.5


Care
Provide a moderate amount of light in the range of 2 to 3 watts per gallon, using full spectrum bulbs. Trim any dead tips on these plants, to inhibit the entire leaf from decaying.

Propagation
Propagation of  this plant occurs through runners set out by the plant, or by seed production. Allow the new plant to develop a root system and immature leaves prior to separating it from the mother plant.