Limnophila heterophylla
Limnophila heterophylla aquarium plants have finely pinnate leaves when submersed, closely resembling L. indica and L. sessiliflora. The plants are recognized by their green tufts and long, white roots in the nodes of the stems. Limnophila heterophylla is an undemanding plant that is excellent for novice aquarists. It’s often used instead of Cabomba, which requires more light.
Specification
| Fаmіlу name: | Plantaginaceae |
| Other names: | beremi (Malaysia), sarai сhаt (Thаіlаnd) |
| Orіgіnаtеѕ from: | Southeast Asia |
| Difficulty: | Easy |
| Usage: | Background, mid-ground |
| Leaves: | Bright green, pinnate, tufts, whorls of 4-10 leaves that are approximately 1.2” in diameter |
| Growth rate: | Fast |
| Substrate: | Nutrient-rich |
| Can be grown emersed and submersed: | Yes |
| Proраgаtіоn: | Stem, fragments, or seeds |
| Lighting: | Medium (more for better results). Strong light turns leaves a reddish hue; poor lighting results in leggy growth |
Description
About Lіmnорhіlа Hеtеrорhуllа
Limnophila heterophylla aquarium plants are ideal for background and mid-ground placement. These flowering aquarium plants can be grown submersed or emersed. With strong lighting, the leaves turn a reddish color. They grow leggy in poor lighting, but adding CO2 can stimulate growth. Keep it trimmed well to create a carpeting effect, but note that it grows very fast.
Propagation
Propagate Limnophila heterophylla aquarium with either stem fragments or seeds.
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Bailey Hopper – :
Absolutely gorgeous. It has grown an inch per week, and is thriving in my tank. My betta loves swimming through it.