Giant Hygrophila

Hygrophila corymbosa

Family : Acanthaceae

PlantFreshwaterstem plant

Robust stem plant with large light green leaves, ideal for background.

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Popularity

Stem plant

fast growing, needs trimming

Availability

Common in shops

Shop availability

IUCN Status

Not Evaluated

Description

Hygrophila corymbosa is a vigorous stem plant from Southeast Asia. Its leaves are opposite, lanceolate to oval, light to medium green. It can reach 50 cm in height and forms a dense clump. Under favorable conditions, it produces emergent purple flowers. Its fast growth makes it ideal for nitrate absorption. It is easy to cultivate and tolerates a wide range of parameters. It is often used in the background of planted aquariums.

Habitat

Region :

Rivers, swamps

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature22–28 °C

pH6–7.5

GH2–15 °dGH

KH2–10 °dKH

NO₃

≤ 20 mg/L

PO₄

≤ 2 mg/L

CO₂

≤ 30 mg/L

Light

High

Care

Difficulty

2/5

Diet

Photosynthetic

Min. tank

100 L

Min. group

Adult size

50 cm

Lifespan

3 years

Temperament

Peaceful

Propagation

cuttings

Care notes

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 100 L. Plant in groups in the background. Regular trimming to maintain shape. Compatible with most peaceful fish. Propagation by stem cuttings.

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