Syngonanthus Macrocaulon

Previously known as Syngonanthus / Tonina Belem.

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Syngonanthus macrocaulon is found in the Amazon in very soft blackwater rivers. It was initially introduced into the hobby as “Tonina sp. belem” but was later verified by botanists to belong to the genus Syngonanthus. Some traders erroneously call it Syngonanthus belem, merging old & new names.

Similar plants in this category are Syngonanthus ‘Manaus’ which looks similar to Macrocaulon but is significantly taller/larger, and ‘Lago grande’ which is similar size but with a spiker top compared to Syngonanthus macrocaulon. They all have similar growth requirements.

Sygonanthus macrocaulon is a stem plant that will sprout side shoots as the plant grows taller. It is best used as a mid-ground bush and its light green tone contrasts well with red/orange plants.

This plant has been in the hobby a long time but had the reputation of being a difficult plant to keep in early years when its requirements was not well understood. With the development of aquasoil substrates – which is acidic and buffers KH/pH down in tanks – this plant now can be considered pretty easy to grow as long as the tank has very soft water and aquasoil. Soft water is critical for this species. Soft water + regular water column dosing works as well.

It does require good light levels to grow well, so Syngonanthus species should not be shaded. CO2 injection should be present, but need not be high. A nutrient rich, acidic soil substrate gives a significant advantage in growing Syngonanthus species.

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