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Narrow lance-shaped leaves on a fine-textured easy Hygrophila stem plant
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Common name: Narrow Leaf Hygrophila
Origin: South America
Position in Aquarium: Foreground
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Growth rate: Medium pace
Hygrophila lancea is a fine-leaved stem plant with narrow, lance-shaped leaves that give it a lighter, more delicate appearance than the broad-leaved Hygrophila species. Its upright stems and slender leaf form add a refined textural quality to the midground of planted aquariums, providing a useful contrast to broader-leafed plants placed nearby.
It is easy to maintain, growing under medium light without CO2. Like all Hygrophila it benefits from regular trimming, which encourages dense, branching regrowth. Cuttings replanted at the base root readily in the substrate and help maintain a full, bushy appearance over time.
Supplied as an established potted plant, Hygrophila lancea suits aquariums from 50 litres upward. Its narrow leaf form and structured growth make it a useful midground stem plant for hobbyists who want fine-textured height without the visual bulk of larger-leafed Hygrophila varieties.
You’ll receive a healthy, rooted plant in a pot, similar to those shown. Each one is hand-checked before dispatch.
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Lancea has significantly narrower, more lance-shaped leaves compared to the broad oval leaves of corymbosa. The result is a lighter, finer textural appearance suited to different layout styles.
No. It grows well under medium light without CO2 injection.
Yes. It shares the easy, forgiving nature of all Hygrophila stem plants and is suitable for hobbyists of all experience levels.
Trim stems and replant cuttings in the substrate. They root within a few days and continue growing. The trimmed stem branches from the cut point.
It works well in aquariums from 50 litres upward in the midground, where its slender form provides vertical interest without dominating the composition.
