Sagittaria Teres

🌿 Plant Profile

• Scientific Name: Sagittaria teres
• Common Name: Slender Arrowhead
• Origin: North America (primarily southeastern United States)
• Height: 10–30 cm (4–12 inches)
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Care: Easy
• Light: Low to Medium
• CO₂: Not required (but beneficial for faster growth)
• Propagation: Runners (sends out stolons that form new plantlets)
• Growth Rate: Moderate

• Additional Notes:

  • Sagittaria teres is a hardy, grass-like plant ideal for foreground to midground use in aquariums.
  • Leaves are narrow, elongated, and may curve slightly, giving it a delicate appearance.
  • Adaptable to a variety of aquarium conditions, making it great for beginners.
  • Will form dense, carpet-like growth over time if trimmed and encouraged with good lighting and nutrients.
  • Can be confused with Sagittaria subulata, though S. teres generally stays smaller and more slender.