Synnema triflorum

Scientific name: Synnema triflorum

Family: Acanthaceae

Usual maximum size in aquariums: 30 - 45 cm (11.81 - 17.72 inch)

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Recommended pH range for the species: 6.5 - 7.5

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

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Recommended temperature: 20 - 27 °C (68 - 80.6°F)

Reproduction of the plant: Cuttings

Origin (in the wild): South Asia

How fast these plants grow: Fast

Recommended substrate: Gravel

Demands on lighting: Bright

Ideal placement in a fish tank: Background

Family

Acantaceae

Common Name

Water Wisteria

Origin

South Asia; they are found in India, Thailand and Malaysia.

Propagation

This plant is propagated by taking cuttings from the side shoots of the mother plant. When the cuttings are removed, break off the bottom two pairs of leaves to reveal a length of bare stem. This can now be placed carefully into the substrate taking care not to crush the stem. In a few weeks the cuttings will develop a root system to create new plants.

Difficulty

Medium

Short Description

This plant also comes under the name of Hygrophila difformis and makes a great addition to the aquarium. It has large leaves so the stems should not be planted too closely together as they do require a lot of room to spread out. The substrate needs to be full of nutrients and an iron based fertiliser needs to added after every water change. They will also benefit from the addition of a CO₂ system to the aquarium.