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Originally Posted by David
Just want to find out more... What happens when Aldro are kept in too deep water? Why is it crucial for Aldros to be in close proximity to the root system of monocot companion plants?
I think I now have a picture in my mind of how I want to set up my tank. Thanks Rich
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David,
When Aldrovanda are grown in too deep water, the CO2 levels are too diluted, and dispersed, and become ineffectual, also, the population density of the plankton community is less concentrated; this is how Aldrovanda feeds; they need BOTH CO2 and prey in large amounts on a daily basis!
Also, the roots of these plants absorb and quickly assimilate the excess nitrogenous matter that the Aldrovanda gives off, as the result of feeding, which reduces the risk of the oppertunist effects of fibrous algae attacks in response to the excess nitrogenous matter released by the Aldrovanda as a reult of a feast in palnkton.
- Rich