{"product_id":"hydrocotyle-tripartita-variegated","title":"Hydrocotyle Tripartita Variegated","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Hydrocotyle Tripartita Variegated\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHydrocotyle Tripartita Variegated is a unique and highly sought-after variation of the popular Hydrocotyle Tripartita, recognised for its small, clover-like leaves displaying attractive \u003cstrong\u003egreen and creamy-white variegation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts creeping growth habit makes it an excellent choice for adding texture and visual contrast to planted aquariums. Rather than forming a traditional carpet, it spreads through runners across rocks, driftwood, and substrate, creating a naturally wild and layered appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe variegated foliage provides a particularly striking contrast against darker green aquarium plants and hardscape. Under good lighting, the white and cream patterns become more pronounced, making this an excellent accent plant for Nature Aquariums, nano aquascapes, and detailed foreground or midground layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with standard Hydrocotyle Tripartita, the variegated form can be somewhat slower growing and less vigorous. It benefits from \u003cstrong\u003emoderate to high lighting, good nutrient availability, and stable CO₂\u003c\/strong\u003e, although it can be maintained without CO₂ in lower-tech setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular trimming encourages branching and helps maintain a compact, attractive growth pattern. Healthy runners or stem cuttings can be replanted to propagate the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnique, colourful, and highly decorative, Hydrocotyle Tripartita Variegated is an excellent choice for aquascapers wanting something genuinely different from standard green aquarium plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHydrocotyle tripartita\u003c\/em\u003e 'Variegated'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hydrocotyle Tripartita Variegated\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creeping Stem \/ Foreground Plant\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to High\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂ Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e No (Recommended)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–28°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–15 dGH\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foreground to Midground\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nature aquariums, nano aquascapes, shrimp tanks, planted community aquariums, and high-tech planted tanks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Hydrocotyle Tripartita Variegated require CO₂?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, but CO₂ is recommended. Stable CO₂ generally produces faster growth, healthier foliage, and stronger variegation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I maintain the variegation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood lighting and balanced nutrition are important. If the plant is grown under insufficient light, new growth may become less strongly variegated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be used as a carpeting plant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can spread horizontally and create a low-growing foreground, but it generally produces a more natural creeping or bushy appearance rather than a perfectly flat carpet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut healthy runners or stems and replant them into the substrate or attach them to suitable hardscape. New roots will develop from the nodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for shrimp tanks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its dense creeping growth provides excellent grazing surfaces for biofilm and shelter for shrimp and shrimplets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsufficient lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow light can result in weaker growth and less noticeable variegation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInconsistent CO₂\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStable CO₂ helps the plant maintain vigorous growth and attractive foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoor nutrient availability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVariegated plants still require adequate nutrients for healthy new growth. Regular fertilisation is beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllowing it to become overgrown\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRegular trimming prevents it from becoming tangled and helps maintain a compact, attractive form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpecting the same growth rate as standard Tripartita\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe variegated form can be slower and less vigorous, so give it time to establish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48856340889739,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/hydrocotyle_tripartita_mini_variegated_aquarium_plant_profile.webp?v=1786334135","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/hydrocotyle-tripartita-variegated","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}