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Hydrocotyle Pennywort – Live Aquatic Stem Plant (3 Six-Inch Stems with Weight)
Hydrocotyle Pennywort – Live Aquatic Stem Plant (3 Six-Inch Stems with Weight)
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Hydrocotyle leucocephala (commonly known as Brazilian pennywort) is a popular and easy-to-care-for aquarium plant. Here’s a quick care guide:
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Lighting
• Moderate to high light is ideal.
• It can grow in low light but will become leggy and slower-growing.
CO₂
• Not required, but added CO₂ will boost growth and make the plant more lush and compact.
Water Parameters
• Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C)
• pH: 6.0–7.8
• Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
Growth & Placement
• Fast grower; can be planted in substrate or floated.
• Great for background or midground when planted.
• Floating creates shady areas for fish and shrimp.
Trimming
• Regular trimming helps control its fast growth and encourages bushier appearance.
• You can replant cuttings to propagate it.
Nutrients
• Benefits from liquid fertilizers and root tabs if planted.
• Will show yellowing leaves if deficient, especially in iron.
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Arrived in good shape, seems to be getting along fabulously
Beautiful and vibrant, it looks pretty as the picture! Nice healthy roots, 100% satisfied with my order.
Beautiful and vibrant, it looks pretty as the picture! Nice healthy roots, 100% satisfied with my order.
I was hoping this would come with more frog bit, but it is doing well in the tank. I plan on ordering it for a couple of my tanks.
Will purchase again. They’re looking great!! Very healthy,