{"product_id":"hygrophilia-pinnatifida","title":"Hygrophilia Pinnatifida","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Hygrophila Pinnatifida\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHygrophila Pinnatifida is a highly distinctive aquarium plant known for its \u003cstrong\u003edeep green to bronze-brown leaves with rich purple and burgundy undersides\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike many traditional stem plants, it can be trained to grow horizontally across rocks and driftwood, making it an extremely versatile choice for detailed aquascapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally from India, Hygrophila Pinnatifida develops attractive lobed leaves that create a unique texture and contrast against traditional green aquarium plants. Under strong lighting, the upper leaves can develop deeper bronze and reddish tones, while the purple underside provides an additional layer of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of its most desirable characteristics is its ability to attach itself to hardscape. By trimming the vertical shoots and allowing horizontal growth to develop, aquascapers can create natural-looking bushes across driftwood and rocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt performs well with moderate to high lighting and benefits greatly from CO₂ supplementation. While it can survive without CO₂, stable CO₂ and good nutrient availability encourage compact growth, stronger colouration, and healthier leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular trimming is important for maintaining its shape. Healthy cuttings can be replanted into the substrate or attached to hardscape to propagate the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its unusual foliage, rich colours, and ability to grow across hardscape, Hygrophila Pinnatifida is one of the most versatile plants for creating detailed Nature Aquariums and modern aquascapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHygrophila pinnatifida\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hygrophila Pinnatifida\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e India\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stem \/ Rhizome-Like Aquascaping 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 Soft to Moderately Hard\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground \/ Hardscape\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nature Aquariums, Dutch aquascapes, planted community tanks, shrimp tanks, and high-tech aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Hygrophila Pinnatifida require CO₂?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, but CO₂ is highly recommended. Stable CO₂ encourages compact growth, healthier foliage, and stronger bronze and reddish colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Hygrophila Pinnatifida grow on driftwood?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is one of the reasons this plant is so popular with aquascapers. It can be attached to rocks and driftwood and trained into attractive horizontal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I keep Hygrophila Pinnatifida compact?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegularly trim the taller vertical shoots. This encourages lateral growth and allows the plant to form a dense bush across hardscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate Hygrophila Pinnatifida?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut healthy shoots and either plant them into the substrate or attach them to suitable rocks or driftwood. New roots will develop from the nodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Hygrophila Pinnatifida suitable for shrimp tanks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its complex foliage and growth across hardscape provide 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\u003eAllowing vertical shoots to dominate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRegular trimming encourages the horizontal growth that makes this plant particularly attractive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInsufficient lighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow light can result in greener foliage and less compact growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnstable CO₂\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConsistent CO₂ helps maintain healthy growth and stronger colouration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting it too deeply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen attaching it to hardscape, avoid completely burying the lower portions. Allow the plant to establish naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeglecting trimming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRegular pruning helps maintain a compact shape and prevents the plant from becoming tall and sparse.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48856340267147,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/HygrophilaPinnatifida.jpg?v=1786335805","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/hygrophilia-pinnatifida","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}