🌿 Limnophila Hippuridoides (Limnophila hippuridoides)
🌿 Limnophila Hippuridoides (Limnophila hippuridoides)
Freshwater Aquarium Plant • Stem Plant • Background Plant • Purple Accent Aquarium Plant
📋 Limnophila Hippuridoides (Limnophila hippuridoides) is a spectacular aquarium stem plant admired for its Purple-Red Foliage and elegant upright growth habit.
This highly sought-after species develops stunning shades of violet, magenta, burgundy, and deep red under strong lighting and nutrient-rich conditions, making it a favourite among serious aquascapers.
Its finely arranged leaves and vibrant coloration create exceptional contrast against green aquarium plants while adding depth and structure to planted layouts.
With proper lighting, fertilization, and CO2 supplementation, it becomes a breathtaking Premium Purple Display Aquarium Plant ideal for high-end planted aquariums.
💡 Highlights
💜 Purple-Red Colouration: Rich violet and burgundy tones
🌿 Elegant Stem Structure: Attractive vertical growth habit
🎨 Premium Aquascape Feature: Exceptional colour contrast plant
✨ High-End Display Species: Popular among advanced aquascapers
✂️ Easy Stem Propagation: Trim and replant for fuller growth
🧾 A Quick Look at Limnophila Hippuridoides
📛 Common Name: Limnophila Hippuridoides
🔬 Scientific Name: Limnophila hippuridoides
👨👩👧 Family: Plantaginaceae
🌍 Origin: Southeast Asia
📏 Max Size: 30–60 cm (≈ 12–24″)
💧 pH Range: 5.5–7.5
🌡️ Temperature Range: 22–28 °C (≈ 72–82 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Intermediate to Advanced
💖 Growth Rate: Moderate
💡 Lighting Needs: High
🌱 CO2 Required: ✅Yes
🏠 Placement: Background • Colour Feature • Stem Groups
🧬 Tissue Culture: ✅Yes
🌿 Potted & T/C Cup: ✅Yes
⏳ Lifespan: Long-lived with proper care
🍽️ Nutrient Needs: High (water column feeder)
🐣 Propagation: Stem cuttings
