Hygrophila Difformis 'Water Wisteria'

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You will receive 5 emersed-grown stems, similar to photo 2, at least 10cm in length.

Description

Water Wisteriа is а рорulаr рlаnt thаt is extremely eаsy tо саre fоr аnd suitаble fоr beginners. It саn grоw very tаll but with frequent рruning, the рlаnt саn stаy соmрасt аnd lоw grоwing. This aquatic plant is a great choice for Betta fish tanks. In fact, a lot of Betta fish enthusiasts refer to Water Water as a “Betta fish playground” because of the way Bettas often hang out and forage in the forest of leaves. 

Plant your stems in areas where they have access to plentiful lighting, otherwise, Hygrophila Difformis won’t be able to grow. Make sure that your Water Wisteria aren’t kept too densely, or they will compete with each other. Start with just a few, spaced a couple of inches apart. You can propagate some stems later if you have extra space.

• Scientific Name: Hygrophila Difformis
• Care Level: Easy
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Tank Placement: Midground/Background
• Lighting Requirement: Will thrive in medium to bright light
• Ideal Temperature: 20°-27°C
• pH: 6.0-7.5
• CO2: No, but recomended
• Substrate: Yes

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Do's:

Provide moderate to high lighting for optimal growth and leaf coloration.
Plant the Water Wisteria in a nutrient-rich substrate or use root fertilizers to promote healthy growth.
Regularly trim the plant to maintain its desired shape and prevent it from overshadowing other plants.

Don'ts:

Avoid drastic changes in water parameters, as it can lead to leaf shedding.
Do not allow the plant to become completely dry, as it requires a moist environment for growth.