Blyxa japonica Japanese Rush

Blyxa japonica is widely distributed in East and Southeast Asia, growing in rice paddies, ponds, and shallow streams. In aquariums it develops a characteristic rosette-like stem with narrow, light- to olive-green leaves that fan outward and slightly curve, creating an elegant, flowing appearance. Under high light it can develop a subtle golden-yellow tint. It is a medium-difficulty plant that benefits from CO2 and iron supplementation, and is particularly beloved in the Nature Aquarium style for the soft, organic movement its leaves bring to midground compositions.