Cinnamon dots: varieties with description, selection, care

A large number of people are trying to start aquarium fish. However, just an aquarium with fish looks too empty and uncomfortable. The way out is the use of special plants, among which pinnacles deserve attention.

This species is well known to many aquarists. If you correctly implement the idea, you can achieve excellent juiciness and freshness, which designers appreciate. There are several varieties of plants, many of which are used independently. Cirrus leaves look like a delicate Christmas tree with a soft texture. Consumers appreciate the unpretentiousness and original appearance of plants.

They help to change the chemical composition of aquarium water in the desired direction. The vast majority of subspecies turns green. The leaves are covered with drops of air, which shows an extremely high rate of oxygen production.

Attention deserves the Brazilian pinnacle, belonging to the slate family. This plant is actively used by aquarists around the world. It is appreciated for its suitability for placement in aquariums of any size and minimal whimsicality. The Brazilian subspecies can grow normally at air temperatures from +20 to +26 degrees. For a short time, it can drop to +14 and even to +12 degrees without any consequences.

Since the plant comes from hot countries, the lack of light is critical for it. In this situation, the stem can stretch, and the leaves lose their juiciness. The Brazilian cinnamon leaf is characterized by sensitivity to algae fouling. Due to the weak development of the root complex, it would be advisable to use sand with a total thickness of 0.02-0.03 m as soil.

The tail-like plant type deserves no less attention. It comes from the water bodies of North America. In nature, this species reaches Mexico in the south. Important: it is able to develop normally only in pure water. Due to its minimal demands, the culture is excellent for inexperienced aquarists.

The caudate cirrus is fully formed by whorls with leaves. They are placed at a short distance from each other. For 1 whorl there are 4 or 5 leaves. The sheet plate is painted in a dark green tone. Its size is approximately 0.03 m. The stem of a dark cherry tone is covered with a light fluff. Poor branching helps distinguish this species from other representatives of the same genus. The caudate has very fragile, easily breaking branches. In an aquarium, it forms long stems that quickly intertwine in dense thickets. Escape can reach 2 m or more in length.

A tail-shaped plant will be able to develop when planted in the soil, and in free-swimming mode. However, in the second case, development is much slower. Typically, this culture is planted 10-12 bushes in the background or at the sides of the aquarium. If conditions allow, a weekly increase can reach 0.08 m.

In the reservoirs of a large part of the planet, one can see the spiky type of plant. It can not be found only in the following parts of the world:

• Australia;
• South America;
• Central America;
• central part of Africa.

In nature, such a pinnacle populates both fresh and slightly salty water. The spiky uruti (alternative name) forms an elongated stem. It is covered with strongly dissected leaves. They are grouped in whorls of 4, 5 or 6 pieces. Under normal conditions of development, flowering is necessary, then medium-sized pinkish flowers are produced, creating something like an ear.

Inflorescences grow above water, rising above its layer by 2 m or more. The not too catchy appearance of a spiky plant does not prevent him from giving refuge to small fish species and fry. Some fish willingly eat urut. Usually it is planted in small groups. For the formation of dense thickets necessarily need a systematic pruning.

In addition, if the shoots are not cut, the surface leaves will hurt and grow weak. Underwater cultivation of cinnamon leaves is allowed, but it is accompanied by slow growth. Turbid water is not suitable for this species, because of it the leaves become clogged and lose their attractive appearance. You will have to equip the aquarium with powerful water filters. Spiky urut very poorly tolerates sharp jerks of temperature. Propagation of this species is done by cuttings.

Less whimsical is considered to be a Christmas tree pinnacle. It inhabits both the American continent. Sometimes this species is also called povoyochnik pinnate. Light green bushes, located in the water column, look very attractive. Roots of povoyochnikovye pinnacle are quite underdeveloped. For reliable rooting, sand 0.04–0.05 m thick should be used. Sand should be moderately saturated with silt. Mineral replenishment is not required. For propagation, stalks are cut.

Many people use Roraima pinnacle in aquariums. It got its name from the Brazilian state where this plant grows.It is great for both experienced and beginner fish farmers. A characteristic feature of culture is its atypical appearance. Brown-orange foliage is perfectly combined visually with a red-brown stem. In height, Roraima’s urut can be about 0.5 m with a largest diameter of 0.06 m.

Landing of this species in groups, at the back or side wall of the aquarium, is recommended. There are no special complaints about the water temperature. But at the same time, its thorough aeration and reliable filtration will be required. The appearance of particles of suspension on the leaves, along with the loss of appearance, will gradually destroy the plant. The layer of sand for rooting should be 0.02-0.03 m.

It is also useful to pay attention to the jagged pinnate. In nature, it is found in Cuba, in Mexico, less often in other areas of North America. In whorls form 3, 4 or 5 light green leaves.

It is worth taking a closer look at the red (aka Matogross or Krasnostebelny) pinnate. This is a very beautiful plant. However, very strict requirements make it not very suitable for beginner aquarists. Mostly such a culture is used in Dutch aquariums. In nature, red urut is found in Southeast Asian countries, as well as in Indian and Pakistani water bodies.

The green type comes from central America. It forms long light green stems. Sometimes the plant forms surface leaves. In length, the sheet plate reaches 0.04 m. The underwater foliage of green cinnamon is susceptible to light.

Already a general description of the different species of cirrus leaves shows that some types are demanding on the conditions of detention, while others can be grown in any aquarium. For experienced breeders, this does not matter much, but in the absence of proper qualifications, you need to choose a simpler culture. And also pay attention to the following points:

• the required size of the aquarium;
• the composition of the fish inhabiting it;
• the provided temperature and acidity of water;
• lighting characteristics;
• financial well-being of the breeder.

It is necessary to take into account the following nuance: some plants should grow in the middle of the container, others along its walls, and still others in both places. It is necessary to take into account the size of plants. Attempts to plant them without regard to this requirement will lead to filling the entire volume of the aquarium. For fish and even other cultures there will be no place left.

Many marketed specimens initially grow in the air. Despite the elegant appearance, such plants in the aquarium will hurt. Even if they adapt, there is no need to wait for external appeal. You should also consider such nuances as:

• difficulty in leaving;
• coloring of a specific option;
• fauna safety for certain fish.

Mostly pinnate leaves are propagated by segments of stems. It is necessary to use cuttings not shorter than 0.05 m. They are planted either in pots or directly in the ground. Pretty quickly new kidneys form. But you can take ready-made buds that are laid on the tips of branches; they are kept in a vessel with water in the light.

Care in the aquarium for cirrus leaves is quite simple. They are not even quarantined. Before the landing, they wash off road dust - and calm down on that. Water should be warm (from +20 to +28 degrees). More precise recommendations depend on the particular type of uruti. If the water is too cold, the plant will live less than the prescribed period.

Insolation is quite important. If daylight hours are less than 12 hours per day, you will have to fill in the light deficit artificially. But the rays must fall absent-mindedly on the plant. Only soft water with a neutral chemical composition is used. Once in 7 days, 1/3 of the water is replaced.Formally, you can do without it, but it’s better not to risk it. There is no need for special dressings if there are also fish in the aquarium. A purely botanical composition is fertilized with liquid complex mixtures. This is completely enough if the plant feels good. It is recommended to plant this plant in the sand of a large fraction. It should be moderately saturated with silt. In a gravel aquarium, plants are planted in pots. They can be either buried in gravel or put along the walls. The backlighting is provided by fluorescent lamps with a flux intensity of 0.4 W / l.

The addition of carbon dioxide dramatically accelerates the growth of bushes. They become more beautiful. The whorls cut off during a haircut are either thrown away, or buried for rooting, or left to float freely in water. After cutting, urut will grow faster and more actively forms side shoots.

Sometimes the uruti begins to stretch the stem, the leaves fall off. To cope with such a problem, you need to improve lighting. But when too many algae appear, it means that the ornamental shrub suffers from direct sunlight. Loss of decorative properties is usually associated with water pollution. The fragile succulent foliage of cirrus leaves attracts many herbivorous fish.

If the plant is not grown to feed them, you need to abandon the breeding of such species. When the lighting is in order, and urut is still getting weaker, you need to check other versions - first of all, the lack of carbon dioxide. It is worth paying attention that it will not be possible to compensate for the deficit of light by supplying more carbon dioxide (and vice versa). It is also necessary to very carefully control the proportions of macro- and micronutrient fertilizers.

There are the following nuances that help to deal with problems:

• ventilation should be intense, but not creating a rapid current;
• it is required to constantly control the proportion of fish and plants;
• there must be algae eaters in the aquarium;
• if the simplest measures fail, you need to contact the professionals.

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