🌿 Willow-Leaf Hygrophila (Hygrophila ‘Salicifolia Rubra’)
🌿 Willow-Leaf Hygrophila (Hygrophila ‘Salicifolia Rubra’)
Freshwater Aquarium Plant • Stem Plant • Background Plant • Red-Green Accent Plant
📋 Willow-Leaf Hygrophila (Hygrophila ‘Salicifolia Rubra’) is a fast-growing stem plant known for its Long Narrow Willow-Like Leaves with subtle Red to Bronze Hues under stronger lighting.
This elegant plant creates a flowing, natural look in aquariums, adding movement and depth to aquascapes.
It is highly adaptable and grows well in a wide range of conditions, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced aquarists.
With regular trimming, it forms a lush and dynamic Flowing Background Stem Plant that enhances planted tanks.
💡 Highlights
🌿 Willow-Like Leaves: Long, narrow elegant foliage
🔴 Red-Bronze Tones: Enhanced under strong lighting
⚡ Fast Growing: Quickly fills aquarium space
📏 Tall Background Plant: Adds height and structure
💡 Dynamic Aquascape Plant: Creates movement and flow
🧾 A Quick Look at Willow-Leaf Hygrophila
📛 Common Name: Willow-Leaf Hygrophila
🔬 Scientific Name: Hygrophila ‘Salicifolia Rubra’
👨👩👧 Family: Acanthaceae
🌍 Origin: Southeast Asia (cultivar form)
📏 Max Size: 30–60 cm (≈ 12–24″)
💧 pH Range: 6.0–7.5
🌡️ Temperature Range: 22–30 °C (≈ 72–86 °F)
🧠 Care Level: Beginner to intermediate
💖 Growth Rate: Fast
💡 Lighting Needs: Moderate to high
🌱 CO2 Required: ❌ No (Recommended for best coloration)
🏠 Placement: Background • Stem Groups
🧬 Tissue Culture: ✅ Yes
🌿 Potted / T/C Cup: ✅ Yes
⏳ Lifespan: Long-lived with trimming
🍽️ Nutrient Needs: Moderate
🐣 Propagation: Stem cuttings

















