Back to: Hygrophila

Hygrophila polysperma

Print
Hygrophila polysperma.jpg
Description
โญ DifficultyEasy
๐Ÿ’ก LightingMedium to High
๐Ÿงช COโ‚‚Beneficial but not required
๐Ÿ“ˆ Growth RateFast
๐ŸŒฟ Height30โ€“60 cm
๐Ÿ“ PositionMidground to Background
๐ŸŒก๏ธ Temperature22โ€“28ยฐC
๐Ÿ’ง pH6.0โ€“7.5
๐ŸŒ OriginSouth Asia (India, Pakistan)
Beginner-FriendlyFast GrowerEasy PropagationBest-Seller

The ultimate beginner stem plant. Hygrophila polysperma is a robust, fast-growing stem plant ideal for filling background space quickly. Hardy and adaptable to a wide range of conditions.

Grows well even without COโ‚‚. Trim frequently to maintain shape and prevent it from shading lower plants. Excellent nutrient absorber โ€” helps control algae.

๐Ÿค Pairs with: Ludwigia repens ยท Bacopa amplexicaulis ยท Vallisneria spiralis
โœ‚๏ธ Propagation: Trim and replant cuttings. Roots in 3โ€“5 days. Very easy.