Scientific name Cabomba furcata Rank Species | Genus Cabomba Higher classification Cabomba | |
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Similar Cabomba, Cabomba caroliniana, Cabomba aquatica, Cabombaceae, Bacopa caroliniana | ||
Flowering cabomba furcata
Cabomba furcata is a species of aquatic plant in the water shield family known by the common names red cabomba and forked fanwort. It is native to South America and as far north as Cuba and the tip of Florida. It reaches a maximum height between 30 and 80 cm and is up to 8 cm wide. It bears purple flowers.
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This is used as an aquarium plant. Carbon dioxide addition is usually necessary, mostly because this plant requires high light and regular fertilization for optimal growth.
Cabomba furcata
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