Varigated Hygrophila

Hygrophila is native to Bangladesh, India and China. This particular variety is variegated, meaning this particular plant has white veins running through the bright green leaf.This is a great beginner plant as it grows well in a variety of conditions.Itbenefits from regular pruning.

Features

• Bright green leaf with white veins
• Grows in a variety on conditions, great beginner plant
• Creates safe habitat for fish
• Stem plant and can be propagated from cuttings
• Fastgrowth rate, with good nitrate uptake

Scientific Name

Hygrophila difformis variegated

Difficulty

Easy to keep, great for beginners and grows in a variety of conditions.

Water Conditions

• Temperature: 22 – 26C
• pH: 5.0 8.0
• Water Hardness: 70 300ppm

Placement

Midground to background placement in the aquarium. Prune to desired height.

Growth Rate

Fastgrowth rate. Variegated Hygrophila will utilise nutrients in the water column in the form of liquid fertilisation. This plants grows well in gravelof a finer grade.

Lighting

Variegated Hygrophila requires high lighting requirements for healthy bushy growth. Plants will grow rapidly towards the light, ensure to prune regularly to ensure light available for all plants in your aquarium.