Aquarium Plant Care: Hydrocotyle leucocephala
Hydrocotyle leucocephala, also known as Brazilian pennywort, can be a beautiful addition to your aquarium. Here are some care tips:
- Lighting: Provide moderate to high lighting.
- Water Parameters: Maintain slightly acidic to neutral water conditions (pH 6.0-7.5) and a temperature range of 18-28°C (65-82°F).
- Height: Can grow up to 50cm.
- Growth Rate: Fast.
- Care Level: Easy.
- Placement: Background or floating.
- Substrate: Not necessary, can be left floating or planted in substrate.
- Fertilisation: Regularly fertilise with liquid fertilisers or root tabs.
- Pruning: Trim the plant regularly to maintain its shape.
- Propagation: Can be propagated by stem cuttings.
- Water Quality: Perform regular water changes to maintain good water quality.
- Compatibility: Hydrocotyle leucocephala is generally compatible with most fish species.
- CO2 Injection: Not necessary, but can benefit from CO2 injection.
- Algae Control: Monitor for algae growth and maintain proper balance.