Hygrophila difformis variegated

Scientific name: Hygrophila difformis variegated

Family: Acanthaceae

Usual maximum size in aquariums: 25 - 60 cm (9.84 - 23.62 inch)

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Recommended pH range for the species: 6.2 - 7.3

Recommended water hardness (dGH): 4 - 18°N (71.43 - 321.43ppm)

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Recommended temperature: 22 - 24 °C (71.6 - 75.2°F)

Reproduction of the plant: Cuttings

Origin (in the wild): Cultivated form / Hybrid

How fast these plants grow: Fast

Recommended substrate: Fine gravel

Demands on lighting: Bright

Ideal placement in a fish tank: Background

Family

Acanthaceae

Common Name

Water wisteria

Origin

This is a cultivar of Hygrophila difformis.

Propagation

Cuttings; simply take a cutting from the mother plant and remove the bottom leaves. This can then be placed into the substrate taking care not to crush the stem. In a short time the cutting will produce roots and a new plant is formed. Ensure that the cuttings receive plenty of nutrients in the water to promote quicker root growth.

Difficulty

Easy

Short Description

This is a beautiful variation of Hygrophila difformis as the leaves have white veins running through them. The whiteness is caused by a virus in the plant but it is self contained and will not spread to any other plants in the aquarium. It is a very fast growing plant but can be pruned on a regular basis without any long lasting damage being done.