Hygrophila difformis

Hygrophila difformis

Hygrophila difformis is a stem plant suited to background planting.

BackgroundStem plant
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Planting & care

  • PlacementBackground
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height7.9–11.8" (20–30 cm)

Quick specs

Difficulty
Very easy
Light
Medium
CO₂
Recommended
Temperature
75–82°F (24–28°C)
Placement
Background
Growth type
Stem plant
Aquarium suitability
Suitable for aquariums Suitable for long-term aquarium use.
Approx. height
7.9–11.8" (20–30 cm)

Water conditions

Temperature
75–82°F (24–28°C)
pH
6–7.5
Carbonate hardness
2–21 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
10–40 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Propagation
Cuttings

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Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Acanthaceae
Genus
Hygrophila
Botanical name
Hygrophila difformis

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