Myriophyllum ‘Guyana’

Ahh, Myriophyllum Guyana great choice. Its one of those plants that looks fancy and feathery but is actually pretty chill once you dial it in. Heres a clean, practical care guide

Myriophyllum Guyana Care Guide

Overview

• Type: Stem plant

• Growth rate: Fast

• Difficulty: Easy Medium

• Best for: Planted tanks, Dutch-style layouts, background accents

• Look: Bright green to slightly yellow-green, very fine feathery leaves

Lighting

• Recommended: Medium to high light

• Under low light itll survive, but:

  • Stems stretch

  • Leaves get sparse

• Higher light = compact, bushy, showy growth

If it starts looking leggy, lighting is usually the culprit.

Water Parameters

Very adaptable, which is part of its charm:

• Temperature: 2028 C (6882 F)

• pH: 5.57.5

• Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

Stable water matters more than perfect numbers.

Substrate

• Not picky.

• Grows fine in inert substrates (sand, gravel).

• Benefits from:

  • Nutrient-rich soil or

  • Root tabs if using inert substrate

Fertilization

This plant loves nutrients.

• Water column fertilizers: Highly recommended

• Needs:

  • Nitrates

  • Phosphates

  • Potassium

  • Iron & micros

Signs its hungry:

• Pale or yellowing leaves

• Slow growth

• Lower leaves melting

Myriophyllum Guyana is a beautiful aquarium plant that is still relatively difficult to obtain in the planted tank hobby. This smaller aquatic plant species,like otherMyriophyllum, features wispy, feather-like foliage that retains a vivid green hue. If provided with optimal conditions such as quality aquarium tank lighting, nutrient dense aquarium soil and a regular fertilizing routine, Myriophyllum Guyana brancheswillingly and has the capability to produce a dense and lush bush. Its moderate growth pace also makes this aquatic plant a perfect choice for nano-sized planted aquarium tanks as it will be much easier to keep under control when compared to fast-growing aquatic stem plants. Great for a decorative focal point, we recommend usingMyriophyllum Guyana as abeautiful midground in a larger planted aquarium tank or as the background in a nano-sized planted aquarium tank.

Propagation is similar to other aquatic stem plants. Simply replant the trimmings into a quality aquarium soil. In addition, enough space should be left between stems to ensure that light is able to filter through to the lower leaves.

Tissue culture plants are grown in-vitro by laboratories who specialize in propagating aquatic plants. There is a huge selection of plant species that have been propagated this way. This is truly the best option for those who want absolutely zero unwanted pests, algae and pesticides. This makes them perfect for shrimp keepers and any planted tank enthusiasts alike.

NOTE: It is important to remove the tissue culture agar gel before planting. Simply wash the gel away, divide, and plant.