Water Pennywort – Bunch
Water Pennywort is a hardy, fast-growing aquatic plant that thrives in various water conditions. Its round, penny-like leaves and trailing nature make it a popular choice for aquascaping. It works well as a foreground or midground plant and helps with nutrient absorption, improving water quality.
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Water Pennywort (Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides)
Overview:
Water Pennywort, also known as Hydrocotyle sibthorpioides, is a popular low-growing aquatic plant found in freshwater habitats. Native to Asia, this plant is often used in aquascaping for its delicate round leaves and carpet-like growth. It is an ideal plant for foreground planting in aquariums, adding a lush, green appearance to the tank.
Appearance:
- Small, round, bright green leaves that resemble tiny pennies.
- Leaves grow on short stems that spread outwards, forming a dense carpet.
- The plant produces small white or greenish flowers that float above the water surface.
- Grows 1-3 inches in height and spreads horizontally.
Care Requirements:
- Temperature: 18°C to 28°C
- Lighting: Moderate to high lighting to support healthy growth.
- pH Level: 6.0 to 7.5 (prefers slightly acidic to neutral water).
- CO₂ & Nutrients: Moderate nutrient demand. Adding CO₂ will help boost growth.
Hard/Soft Plant:
It is a soft plant with fragile stems, requiring careful handling.
Did You Know?
Water Pennywort is known for its ability to spread quickly, creating a beautiful, green carpet in aquariums. It can propagate through runners, and cutting and replanting the runners is an easy way to grow more plants. 🌱
