Stoffels Hygrophila pinnatifida

Stoffels Hygrophila pinnatifida (Medium Tech)

The Stoffels Hygrophila pinnatifida is a stunning aquatic plant known for its deeply lobed, fern-like leaves with a striking green to reddish-brown coloration. Its unique leaf structure adds texture and depth to aquascapes, making it an excellent choice for both beginners and advanced aquascapers. Grown in-vitro, this plant arrives free from pests, algae, and pathogens, ensuring a healthy and clean start for your aquarium.

Key Features:

• Unique Leaf Structure: The pinnate (fern-like) leaves of Hygrophila pinnatifida offer a unique texture, with coloration ranging from green to reddish-brown, depending on light and nutrient conditions.
• Versatile Growth Pattern: This plant can be used as a midground feature or attached to hardscape such as rocks or driftwood, making it highly versatile in aquascaping.
• In-Vitro Cultivation: Grown in sterile conditions, this plant is free from pests and algae, ensuring a healthy start for your tank.
• Aquascaping Favorite: Its beautiful leaf shape and coloration, combined with its versatility, make it a favorite among aquascapers looking to add an exotic touch to their layouts.

Care Requirements:

• Lighting: Medium to high lighting is essential for maintaining the plant’s coloration and compact growth. Under higher light, the leaves will develop reddish-brown hues, while in lower light, they tend to stay more green.
• CO2: Although not strictly necessary, CO2 supplementation will promote faster growth and more vibrant coloration, especially in high-tech aquariums.
• Water Parameters: This plant thrives in slightly acidic to neutral water with a pH range of 6.0-7.5 and temperatures between 20-28°C. Nutrient-rich water and substrate will support optimal growth.
• Trimming: Regular trimming helps maintain a compact growth form and encourages the development of side shoots. It can also be propagated by replanting trimmings or side shoots.

Planting Tips:

• Rinse the plant thoroughly to remove any nutrient gel before planting.
• Hygrophila pinnatifida can be planted in the substrate or attached to hardscape like rocks or driftwood. Its roots will gradually anchor it to the hardscape.
• Provide medium to high lighting and CO2 supplementation for the best results in terms of growth and coloration.

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*This is a Tissue Culture Plant. They are grown in a Laboratory and are guaranteed to be snail, algae and pesticide-free. They are more expensive, even if the plant itself is smaller, the portion size is bigger. We recommend rinsing all tissue culture plants with dechlorinated water before planting.