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Hygrophila guianensis

Tropica No. 052


Hygrophila polysperma

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Family Acanthaceae
Height 15-40+ cm
Width 15-20 cm
Light requirements high-very high
Temperature 20-30oC
Hardness tolerance soft-hard
pH tolerance 6-8
Easiness medium

With its large, long leaves Hygrophila guianensis is most suitable for planting in groups in large aquariums. It is demanding in terms of light, and thrives best when CO2 is added and the bottom is nutritious. If it is not pruned it easily grows above the water surface, which makes it suitable for open aquariums