Crinum natans

Common Name: Crinum natans
Family Name: Amaryllidaceae
Native To: West Africa
Lighting: Medium
pH: 6 - 8 
Growth Demands: Easy
Growth Form: Bulb
Growth Rate: Slow
True Aquatic: Yes
Placement in Tank: Midground
Available As: Bare Root

Crinum natans has long flowing leaves with undulating margins.  Crinum natans is best used as a centerpiece in the planted aquarium to show off its decorative assets.  In nature Crinum natans lives through wet and dry periods with its bulb storing energy for the difficult times. Large white flowers adorn Crinum natans while emersed and sometimes even while submerged.