Name: Nymphaea Stellata
Brand: WCA
SKU: WCA1942
Price: 7.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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$7.99

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Grow your own dwarf aquarium lily with Nymphaea stellata! Starting from a small bulb, this aquatic plant develops a cluster of delicate, arrow-shaped leaves in shades of reddish-bronze, pink, and green. Its colorful submerged foliage creates a gradient among surrounding aquatic plants, making it an interesting statement plant even in smaller aquariums.

As the lily matures, long, slender stems may begin reaching toward the water's surface, eventually producing rounded, floating lily pads. These leaves create a natural canopy that provides shade and coverage for aquarium fish and fry. If you prefer a more compact appearance, stalks can be easily trimmed.

To plant, position the bulb on top of the substrate with any existing shoots facing upward. As roots develop, they'll naturally anchor the bulb in place. Avoid burying the entire bulb. If you’re unsure, sometimes we just place it floating in between hardscape until roots appear!

Please Note: This listing is for one bulb only. Bulbs may arrive with or without existing leaves. Any existing foliage may be delicate or damaged during transit, but new growth can develop as the bulb establishes settles into your aquarium.

Plant Care Snapshot

Care level Easy

Lighting Medium

CO2 Recommended

Growth rate Slow to Moderate

Planting tip ·

Use high quality soil and liquid fertilizer for optimal plant growth and coloration

In your aquascape

Placement As Desired

Height / size 5-15"

Propagation Divide & Replant

Also known as Dwarf Water Lily · Plant type Bulb + Aquatic Lily

Aquarium plants can vary in growth form and may require time to transition to your aquarium environment, whether grown submerged or emersed. This transition period is a natural part of establishing healthy, long-term growth in planted aquariums.

From carpeting plants in the foreground to stem plants and larger species used in the midground or background, each plant offers a unique contribution to a balanced and natural aquascape. As plants adapt, it is normal to see minor changes such as leaf melt, color shifts, or new growth patterns as they settle into their new conditions.

We carefully inspect and prepare all live aquatic plants prior to shipping. While we do our best to minimize hitchhikers, we cannot guarantee plants to be completely pest or snail-free unless tissue culture options are selected.

Because live plants are perishable, some signs of transit stress may occur, including leaf loss or cosmetic damage. These are typically temporary and when when healthy roots are present, most plants will recover with proper care.

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Tissue culture aquarium plants are grown in sterile, laboratory conditions, ensuring they are free from pests, algae, and snails. These young plants are cultivated in nutrient-rich gel and are grown in emersed form before being introduced into the aquarium.

Tissue culture plants are best for aquascapers looking for clean, controlled plant material, especially for shrimp tanks or sensitive setups. Before planting, the gel media should be gently removed, and the plant can be divided into smaller portions for planting.

With proper care, tissue culture plants transition quickly and establish into healthy submerged growth.

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Nymphaea Stellata $7.99

Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 5 reviews.

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"Arrived fast and in great condition!"

— Cameron (5/5)

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"good survived"

— Morgan M. (5/5)

Arrived melted

"Was packed great but the leaves were melted off of the bulb. Planted the bulb and after about a week, it is basically disintegrated. Read lily plants can be temperamental so I guess just bad luck. Other plants thriving."

— Travis L. (4/5)

Nymphaea Stellata review

"Shipping plants is always a risk and unfortunately not every plant will survive the journey. My Nymphaea was one that did not :-( The team at Glass Aqua was quick to respond to my compliance of the DOA policy and sent me a new one. It’s doing great so far! And I’d like to thank the team again for their professional customer service!!"

— Chris S. (5/5)

Nymphaea Stellata bulb

"Ordered 2, shipped in fantastic shape. Growth occurred almost right away and seeing to adapt to new tank nicely. Very satisfied with quality."

— Jonas R. (5/5)

Q&A

Shipping
Orders are typically processed within 1-2 business days M-F. However, additional time may be required during peak seasons and federal holidays. For orders containing live plants, we exercise extra caution and assess factors such as travel distance and weather to ensure safe transit.

To avoid delays, please ensure all order information is accurate and complete. We cannot offer refunds and are not responsible for orders shipped to incorrect addresses due to errors in provided information. Once an order has been shipped, delivery times are determined by the carrier and are outside of our control. On average, shipments arrive within 2–5 business days, excluding weekends and holidays. For more information, please visit our FAQ page.

Returns
If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery. Approved returns must be shipped back within 14 days of approval. Returned items must be unused, unopened, and in their original packaging. Specific return requirements, if applicable, will be listed on the product’s page. For more information, please visit our FAQ page.

Refunds
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