Hygrophila (Hygrophila species) is a beginner-level aquarium plant. Fast-growing, hardy stem plants that help absorb excess nutrients. Several species are sold, including lancea and difformis.
Care facts at a glance
| Scientific name | Hygrophila species |
|---|---|
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Origin | Asia |
| Height | 10-24 in |
| Light | Low to medium |
| CO2 | Optional |
| Placement | Background, stem plant |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Temperature | 68-86°F |
| pH | 6.0-7.8 |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Propagation | Cuttings |
Quick tips
- Trim often to keep it dense.
- Easy for beginners.
San Diego water
Tolerates San Diego's hard, alkaline tap water (pH roughly 7.6-8.6) with slow acclimation and a conditioner that handles chloramine. Learn the numbers in our San Diego tap water guide.
New to planted tanks? Start with our beginner planted tank guide and the plant fertilizer guide.
Find it at Pet Zone
Pet Zone Tropical Fish is a San Diego aquarium store with two locations. Stock changes daily, so call ahead if you are after a specific species or plant. Shop online at petzonesd.com.
4160 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 987-0309
Open daily, 10am-6pm
Aquascaping, planted tanks
4266 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
(619) 283-1812
Closed Monday; Tue-Fri 10:30am-6pm, Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Monster fish, koi