Ceratophyllum Demersum

Plant Profile: Ceratophyllum demersum

• Scientific Name: Ceratophyllum demersum
• Common Name: Hornwort
• Origin: Cosmopolitan (found on all continents except Antarctica)
• Height: Up to 60 cm (can grow much longer in ideal conditions)
• pH: 6.0 – 7.5
• Care: Easy
• Light: Low to High (grows faster with more light)
• CO₂: Not required
• Propagation: Side shoots or cutting the main stem
• Growth Rate: Fast

Additional Notes:

• Floating or Anchored: Can be floated freely or loosely anchored. Lacks true roots.
• Algae Control: Helps reduce algae by absorbing excess nutrients.
• Temperature Tolerance: Very adaptable; thrives in cooler or tropical tanks.
• Ideal For: Beginners, breeding tanks, shrimp tanks.