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PLANT OVERVIEW
About Dwarf Hygrophila
A very fast-growing, undemanding stem plant.
Hygrophila polysperma is incredibly hardy and grows rapidly, making it great for absorbing excess nutrients and outcompeting algae.
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Dwarf Hygrophila
Hygrophila polysperma
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DIFFICULTY
Easy
A forgiving choice for newer planted tanks.
LIGHT
Moderate
Around 10 hours is a useful starting point.
CO₂
Optional
Injection is not normally necessary.
GROWTH
Fast
High trimming needs.
CARE PROFILE
What this plant needs.
The useful numbers and practical notes, grouped around how you actually keep the plant.
TANK FIT
Placement + size
Primary placementBackground
Typical height8–24 in
Typical width6 in
Suggested minimum tank10 gal
Suggested tank height26 in+
LIGHT + CO₂
Energy demand
Ideal lightModerate
Photoperiod range8–12 hr
Approx. PAR15–80
Injected CO₂Optional
CO₂ benefitLow
NUTRITION
Where it feeds
Root feedingLow
Water-column feedingHigh
Overall fertilizer demandModerate
Iron demandLow
MicronutrientsLow
WATER
Useful parameter range
Temperature64–86°F
pH5–8
GH2–15 dGH
KH2–12 dKH
How to plant it.
Substrate: Any
Plant stems individually.
What to expect after planting.
Propagation
Stem cuttings
Acclimation
Adapts very quickly.
What usually goes wrong.
Can outgrow small tanks rapidly.
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