{"product_id":"aponogeton-boivinianus-x-large","title":"Aponogeton boivinianus – X-Large","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAponogeton boivinianus – X-Large\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dramatic freshwater bulb plant from Madagascar, prized for its broad, deeply textured leaves. New leaves emerge light green, sometimes with a bronze tint, and mature into rich dark green foliage. Its bold shape makes it a striking background or specimen plant in a larger planted aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eX-Large nursery size; actual plant size and number of leaves vary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive rippled, hammered-looking green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent background or focal-point plant for spacious freshwater aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows from a bulb and appreciates water movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCO₂ injection is not required, but root nutrition supports healthy growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Care Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAponogeton boivinianus\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Madagascar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully aquatic bulb plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Background or large-tank centerpiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68–79°F (20–26°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 6.0–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vigorous when established; mature leaves may reach about 30 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nutrient-rich substrate or root tabs recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger freshwater aquariums with room for substantial leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet the bulb into the substrate with its growing tip at or slightly above the substrate surface; do not bury it completely. Provide moderate light, nutrition at the roots, and some water circulation. Like many Aponogeton species, this plant can enter a natural \u003cstrong\u003edormant period\u003c\/strong\u003e when its leaves die back before new growth returns. Dormancy does not necessarily mean the bulb has died.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e X-Large live aquarium plant. Appearance and size vary by specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn-Store Pickup Only – No Shipping.\u003c\/strong\u003e Live aquatic plants must be purchased in-store or picked up at Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68207786787029,"sku":"APBOIVX","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/aponogeton-boivinianus-x-large","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}