What is included in Hygrophila angustifolia rubra?

This Scaped For You collection comes complete with all the plants, wood, and rock needed to recreate the layout shown, plus an easy-to-follow diagram showing where to position each plant and piece of hardscape in your aquarium.

What size aquarium is Hygrophila angustifolia rubra designed for?

The recommended tank size is shown in the product title.

Is Hygrophila angustifolia rubra suitable for beginners?

Yes, this layout is rated Easy and is perfect for beginners to aquascaping. The plants are hardy, adaptable, and straightforward to care for.

How long does delivery take?

This is a special order item. Depending on plant availability, delivery typically takes 1–7 days from order. We offer Tracked 24 from £4.99 and DPD Express from £6.99. Orders placed before 4pm Monday to Friday are dispatched the same day where possible.

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Q: Does Hygrophila angustifolia rubra need CO2?

No CO2 injection is required. The plants in this layout have been specifically chosen to thrive in low-level lighting without CO2, making it ideal for a hassle-free low-tech setup.

Narrow red-tinged willow-like leaves on an easy Hygrophila stem plant

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Origin: Cultivated

Position in Aquarium: Mid/background

Grows up to (cm): 30 cm

Pot Size: 5 cm

Growth rate: Medium pace

Description

Hygrophila angustifolia rubra is a slender, red-tinged stem plant with long, narrow willow-like leaves that develop warm coppery-red tones, particularly under good light. Its fine-textured leaves and upright growth habit add a soft, graceful quality to the midground of planted aquariums, providing a contrast in form to broader-leafed plants nearby.

It is easy to keep, growing under medium light without CO2 injection. Like most Hygrophila, it is a vigorous grower once established and responds well to regular trimming, which encourages dense, bushy regrowth from the trimmed stems. Cuttings root readily in the substrate and can be replanted to thicken a planting group.

Supplied as an established potted plant, Hygrophila angustifolia rubra suits aquariums from 60 litres upward and works well in the midground as a textural contrast plant. Its combination of easy care and attractive reddish colouration makes it a popular choice for hobbyists who want colour in their planted layout without the demands of high-maintenance species.

Plant Sizes

You’ll receive a healthy, rooted plant in a pot, similar to those shown. Each one is hand-checked before dispatch.

Shipping

Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 4pm, Monday to Friday. Tracked 24 Service from £4.99, DPD Express from £6.99.

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Hygrophila angustifolia rubra

I was looking for a colourful relatively fast growing plant to fill a gap in my aquarium and this one seemed to fit the bill. So I purchased one from Aqua essentials. Although a little apprehensive what would arrive, first time for this particular plant, I was very pleased what arrived. A lovely plant in excellent condition. As usual from AE, beautiful plant, very well packed arriving on time. Thank yo again AE.

excellent quality

plant was well rooted and several separate plants in pot split them and planted .They are already showing great growth in my tank (I do have co2 though)

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Helpful details before you buy.

Does Hygrophila angustifolia rubra need CO2?

No. It grows well under medium light without CO2. CO2 can accelerate growth and intensify the red toning but is not necessary.

How vivid is the red colouration?

Under good medium to bright light the leaves develop warm coppery-red tones, particularly on new growth. In low light the leaves become greener and less distinctly coloured.

How do I maintain a bushy, full appearance?

Regular trimming is key. Top the stems and replant the cuttings alongside the main plant. The trimmed stems will branch and produce new side shoots.

How large does it grow?

It can grow quite tall if left untrimmed, but regular cutting keeps it compact and suited to the midground of most aquariums.

Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes. It is one of the easier stem plants to keep and is a good choice for hobbyists who want a coloured plant without complex care requirements.

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Narrow red-tinged willow-like leaves on an easy Hygrophila stem plant

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Preparing a potted plant

Gently remove the pot and growing wool, then follow the planting advice for this species.

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excellent quality

plant was well rooted and several separate plants in pot split them and planted .They are already showing great growth in my tank (I do have co2 though)

Product FAQs

Does Hygrophila angustifolia rubra need CO2?

No. It grows well under medium light without CO2. CO2 can accelerate growth and intensify the red toning but is not necessary.

How vivid is the red colouration?

Under good medium to bright light the leaves develop warm coppery-red tones, particularly on new growth. In low light the leaves become greener and less distinctly coloured.

How do I maintain a bushy, full appearance?

Regular trimming is key. Top the stems and replant the cuttings alongside the main plant. The trimmed stems will branch and produce new side shoots.

How large does it grow?

It can grow quite tall if left untrimmed, but regular cutting keeps it compact and suited to the midground of most aquariums.

Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes. It is one of the easier stem plants to keep and is a good choice for hobbyists who want a coloured plant without complex care requirements.

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Again perfect plant beautifully marked , very pleased as always!

Again perfect plant beautifully marked, very clean and healthy always carefully packaged, excellent service from Aqua Essentials, always pleased with their quality live plants.

Have been using this site for a long time, always

Have been using this site for a long time, always packaged great, obvs have had the odd few that have arrived not as great, you get what you pay for, obvs not cheap but worth it they thrive in my tank each time.

Quick effective and all in order

Quick effective and all in order. Plants in individual pockets within a further package bag all inside a generous sized postage package. All plants looking healthy so fingers crossed all with grow and give viewing pleasure for years to come

I received my order promptly and very well packaged and am very pleased with tue service and

I received my order promptly and very well packaged and am very pleased with tue service and prpducts. I am especially pleased with the plant which is extremely clean and healthy and potted up beautifully.

I ordered a tropica 1-2 grow Anubius barteri nana and some water spangles

I ordered a tropica 1-2 grow Anubius barteri nana and some water spangles, both plants were healthy.

The water spangles has a couple snails on them but thats to be expected.

The only issue i faced was with tracking my order, but that may have been on Royal Mail's side.

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