Cabomba
Cabomba is a peaceful freshwater planted plant that needs a tank of at least 20 gallons (76 L), water at 72-82°F (22-28°C) and a pH of 6-7.5.
Also searched as: cabomba, fanwort, cabomba caroliniana
Quick facts
Fine feathery leaves. Needs strong light. Popular background plant.
| Minimum tank | 20 gallons (76 L) |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 72-82°F (22-28°C) |
| pH | 6-7.5 |
| Temperament | Peaceful |
| Tank zone | Bottom |
| Tank type | Freshwater planted |
Animals with matching water conditions
Compared on temperature and pH only. Check each animal for plant-eating habits before you buy.
- Bristlenose Plecomin tank 25 gal
Temperature overlap 73-81°F, pH overlap 6-7.5.
- Plecostomusmin tank 30 gal
Temperature overlap 72-82°F, pH overlap 6.5-7.5.
- Siamese Algae Eatermin tank 30 gal
Temperature overlap 75-79°F, pH overlap 6-7.5.
- Corydoras Catfishmin tank 10 gal
Temperature overlap 72-78°F, pH overlap 6-7.5.
- Dwarf Gouramimin tank 10 gal
Temperature overlap 72-82°F, pH overlap 6-7.5.
- Harlequin Rasboramin tank 10 gal
Temperature overlap 72-80°F, pH overlap 6-7.5.
- Otocinclusmin tank 10 gal
Temperature overlap 72-79°F, pH overlap 6-7.5.
- Rummy Nose Tetramin tank 10 gal
Temperature overlap 75-81°F, pH overlap 6-7.
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