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Roundleaf waterlily (Nymphaea conardii) Care Guide
Care guide for Roundleaf waterlily: light, watering, humidity, soil and temperature, based on the species' botanical profile.
📷 DerHexer · CC BY 4.0 · GBIF/iNaturalist
Care at a glance
LightPlenty of light; some direct sun is tolerated.
WaterWater roughly every 0 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings.
HumidityHigh humidity (80-100%): mist or use a humidity tray.
TemperatureWarm and humid: 18-27 °C (65-80 °F); keep away from frost and cold drafts.
SoilWell-draining mix, slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-8.0).
Growthfast growth. Mature height ~0.9 m (3.0 ft).
Origin
Native to: Belize, Brazil North, Brazil Northeast, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba.
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