Aquarium plant

Bacopa salzmannii

Midground, BackgroundStem plant

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Plant overview

Bacopa salzmannii grows as a stem plant and fits midground and background planting. Care: medium care, medium light, recommended CO₂.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 15–30 °C, pH 5–7.5, KH 2–18 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height8–24 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
15–30 °C
pH
5–7.5
Carbonate hardness
2–18 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Propagation
Cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Plantaginaceae
Genus
Bacopa

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FAQ

Where should Bacopa salzmannii be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Bacopa salzmannii need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Bacopa salzmannii?

Temperature: 15–30 °C.

How tall does Bacopa salzmannii grow?

Height: 8–24 cm.