Hygrophila polysperma - Potted Aquarium Plant
Hygrophila polysperma - Potted Aquarium Plant
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a good plant for beginners?
Is this a good plant for beginners?
Yes, it's described as one of the hardier aquarium plants because it tolerates a wide range of water conditions, which makes it a forgiving choice if you're new to planted tanks.
How much maintenance does it need?
How much maintenance does it need?
It grows quickly, so you'll need to pinch out the shoots regularly to stop it overtaking other plants in the tank.
Will every plant look the same?
Will every plant look the same?
No, leaf shape and colour vary from plant to plant and can be influenced by the lighting in your tank.
Where should I position it in my aquarium?
Where should I position it in my aquarium?
It's best placed in the background, since mature stems can reach around 25 to 40cm tall.
Can I propagate it myself?
Can I propagate it myself?
Yes, leaves that drift to the surface can root and form small new plantlets, which you can replant elsewhere in the tank.
A hardy stem plant from South-East Asia that suits beginners and tolerates a wide range of water conditions. Supplied as a pack of five pots, it establishes quickly and keeps filling in background planting with minimal fuss.
Hygrophila polysperma is a stem plant from South-East Asia, generally considered one of the hardier choices for a planted aquarium because of how readily it tolerates different water conditions. That adaptability helps it establish quickly in tanks where fussier plants might struggle.
It's well suited to beginners, since it keeps growing steadily without needing precisely balanced water chemistry.
You receive a pack of five pots, ready to go straight into your substrate.
Growth is fast, with stems reaching around 25 to 40cm tall and 4 to 8cm wide, so it fills out the back of the tank quickly.
Leaves that drift up to the surface can root and form small new plantlets on their own, and leaf shape and colour vary from plant to plant depending partly on the light it receives.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Origin | Asia |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Aquarium placement | Background |
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