Hygrophila pinnatifida potted Difficulty- Medium

Tropica Hygrophila pinnatifida is a medium-difficulty stem plant from India featuring distinctive brown patched leaves with burgundy undersides, growing 15-40cm tall and 10-20cm wide. When top shoots are pinched, it forms multiple horizontal shoots that easily attach to wood and rocks, creating compact and attractive growth—best planted in small groups with a plain background under medium to intense lighting.

Specifications:

• Category: Live Aquarium Plants

• Brand: Tropica

• For: Freshwater aquariums

• Growth Rate: Medium

• Height: 15-30+ cm

• Width: 10-20 cm

• Light Demand: Medium

• CO2 Requirement: Medium

• Origin: Asia

• Type: Stem plant

Key Features:

• Distinctive Coloration: Brown patched leaves with burgundy undersides.

• Horizontal Growth: Pinching tops creates spreading shoots.

• Attachment Ability: Side shoots easily attach to wood and rocks.

• Compact Form: Pinching maintains dense attractive growth.

• Group Planting: Best in small groups with plain background.

• Light Responsive: Intense lighting ensures compact growth.

• Medium Difficulty: Suitable for intermediate aquarists.

Instructions for Use: Plant stems in substrate. Pinch top shoots to encourage horizontal growth and attachment to hardscape. Provide medium lighting and CO2. Trim regularly to maintain shape.