Water parameters
Temperature22–28°C
pH6–7.5
General hardness (GH)2–12 dGH
Recommended range
Overview
Limnophila hippuridoides is a Southeast Asian species that resembles Limnophila aromatica, but its leaves are arranged in whorls along the stem. In strong light the lance-shaped leaves turn olive green-bronze on top and purple-pink underneath; seen from above, the leaf whorls look like stars. It survives in medium light, but stays green and its internodes lengthen.
Planting and Placement
- Stems are planted one by one with 3 cm between them, 3–4 cm deep.
- The color transition looks best when it is planted in the background in clusters of 5–7 stems.
Care and Fertilization
- Light: Medium; the purple tones become distinct in strong light.
- CO₂: Not required, but beneficial.
- Fertilizer: Iron and micronutrient supplementation supports the color.
- Trimming: Cut from the top; the cluster is made denser by replanting the cut tops.
Propagation
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Common Problems
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- Page created · October 16, 2026