Aquarium plant

Staurogyne repens

Foreground, MidgroundCreeping plant

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Plant overview

Staurogyne repens is a creeping plant for foreground and midground planting. Recorded care includes easy care and medium light and required CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 22–28 °C, pH 5–7.5, KH 0–10 °dKH, CO₂ 2–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementForeground, Midground
  • GrowthCreeping plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Required
  • Height3–3 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
22–28 °C
pH
5–7.5
Carbonate hardness
0–10 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
2–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Medium
Propagation
Daughter-plant cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Acanthaceae
Genus
Staurogyne

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FAQ

Where should Staurogyne repens be planted?

Use it for foreground and midground planting.

What light does Staurogyne repens need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Staurogyne repens?

Temperature: 22–28 °C.

How tall does Staurogyne repens grow?

Height: 3–3 cm.