Hygrophila polysperma 'Indian Red'
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Hygrophila polysperma 'Indian Red' brings standout color to a planted tank while staying practical to grow, making it a fun choice for aquascapes that need a bright accent. It adapts well with or without CO₂.
Care At-A-Glance
Difficulty: Very Easy
Type: Stem
Size: Maximum of 60cm in height - usually smaller. Prune for shorter, denser growth
Position and Usage: Midground to background. Naturally branching and bushy growth habit makes it an incredibly versatile plant for any aquascape
CO2 Requirements: Not required
Growth Rate: Fast to very fast
Lighting: 2/5 - 5/5
Water Conditions: pH of 5 - 8, soft to moderately hard water, temperatures of 18 - 28 °C
Propagation/Reproduction: Stem clippings Special requirements: Good quality substrate and fertilization is appreciated. Extra Iron will enable the best red coloration in this cultivar. INVASIVE SPECIES INFORMATION: Restricted in Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Kansas and South Carolina along with U.S. Federal regulations. While unrestricted in Canada, this plant (along with any other aquatic plant) should never ever be released into any natural waterway and excess cuttings should be disposed properly either by trading them with your local fish store for credit or by sealing them in a plastic bag and disposing in the garbage. Keep our natural freswater ecosystems healthy. More information in the detailed description
Detailed Information
Overview
Hygrophila polysperma ‘Indian Red’ (Dwarf Hygrophila, Dwarf Hygro, Miramar Weed, Indian Swampweed, Indian Waterweed) Invasive species warning: This species is a known invasive pest in the Great Lakes region where it may be regulated or prohibited by U.S. state and federal statutes. It is also restricted in several other states such as Kansas and South Carolina.
If you are ordering from the US, this plant will be removed from your order and the difference refunded. Please read the detailed description for more information. A slightly redder variation of the classic Dwarf Hygro ( Hygrophila polysperma ), our Hygrophila polysperma 'Indian Red' is a great plant for any aquarium as it is beautiful and one of the least demanding plants in the entire hobby.
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