Narrow-leaved Hygrophila
Hygrophila angustifolia
Familie : Acanthaceae
Stem plant with long narrow leaves, fast growth, ideal for background.
Beschreibung
Hygrophila angustifolia is a stem plant with linear-lanceolate leaves, light green. It can reach 40 cm in height. Growth is fast, making it a good nutrient absorber. It produces purple flower spikes emersed. It is easy to cultivate and tolerates a wide range of parameters. It is often used in the background to create a hedge effect. It propagates easily by cuttings.
Lebensraum
Region :
Rivers, swamps
Verbreitung :
Empfohlene Parameter
Pflege
Pflegehinweise
Parameters: temperature 22-28°C, pH 6.0-7.5, GH 2-15, KH 2-10. Lighting moderate to high. CO2 recommended for optimal growth. Minimum tank volume 80 L. Plant in groups in background. Regular trimming to control height. Compatible with most fish. Propagation by stem cuttings.