Hydrocotyle leucocephala
Round bright-green leaves on a fast-growing climbing Brazilian pennywort
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Origin: South America
Position in Aquarium: Midground
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Growth rate: Fast
Description
Hydrocotyle leucocephala, commonly known as Brazilian pennywort, is a fast-growing stem plant from South America with distinctive round to heart-shaped bright-green leaves. Its vigorous climbing habit means stems grow upward, emerge at the surface, and spread across the waterline if left untrimmed — creating lush, natural-looking surface cover as well as a useful background plant when kept submerged.
It is one of the easiest stem plants to keep, growing under medium light without CO2 injection. Its rapid growth rate makes it an effective nutrient absorber, and regular trimming keeps the plant bushy and submerged. Cuttings replanted in the substrate root quickly and continue growing without issue.
Supplied as an established potted plant, Hydrocotyle leucocephala suits aquariums from 60 litres upward and is a popular choice for both background planting and floating surface cover. Its ease of care, attractive leaf form, and usefulness in new aquariums make it one of the most recommended stem plants for hobbyists at all levels.
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.
Customers praise this aquatic plant as "whimsical" and a favorite, noting it arrives in excellent condition and grows rapidly. Reviews highlight "beautiful healthy plants" with fast growth rates and easy care. Some concerns about sizing for price and occasional plant deterioration. Customers appreciate quick delivery, quality packaging, and disease-free specimens that thrive in various setups.
- Arrived in excellent shape, within five days one has already begun to flower.
- The quality is outstanding! NEVER experienced disease from introducing live plants.
- Can't believe the quality and size for the price. Well rooted as well.
S
I ordered four of these to grow emersed in a floating planter. They arrived in excellent shape, and I quickly replanted them in 9cm baskets. They continue to settle well and I have noticed that within five days one has already begun to flower.
B
My favourite aquatic plant. Whimsical!
E
Great price and fast delivery
I
Beautiful healthy plant as always.
J
Very healthy happy plant. Arrived in a day and was fresh with no signs of damage. Highly recommended!
G
Very healthy plants.
They've settled and started to grow.
Now my go to plant specialists.
Better to go direct.
M
Wasn't sure about this at first, but once established it is a lovely plant that adds to the fish tank.
D
Great low covering plant dreads well
D
Great carpeting plant looks great as a foreground plant
D
As all plants I buy from Aqua essentials arrived in tip top condition it’s a great plant for the front of my tank
S
Hi, I have purchased freshwater plants since 2017. I have bought plants primarily from Aqua Essentials. I have in other words; purchased live plants from a couple of alternative suppliers too. Primarily, Aqua Essentials. The quality is outstanding! When compared to alternative suppliers. They CLEARLY don’t keep their plants in aquariums with diseased fish. I know as I have NEVER experienced disease as a result of introducing live plants from Aqua Essentials. I know this for a FACT. After treating my fish for parasitic infections automatically; whether asymptomatic or showing symptoms, then buying plants from Aqua Essentials, my fish have continued to be healthy! This is SOOoow important. I urge any new fish keeper to read-up on disease in fish. Aqua Essentials are VERY good suppliers of plants. The likelihood of disease brought in from their plants is less than 5%. Diseases come from retailers selling fish that are untreated and basically FULL of disease. Purchase from this company with confidence. I have, and for nearly 5 years now x. All the best to you all; new and old fish keepers!
J
Very pleased with my plants
D
Great condition and very easy plant to get growing.
J
Excellent plant condition and growing away nicely
E
Very nice plants, grows out super fast and will look gorgeous in any aquarium. Something worth noting too is that its got a nice scent!
R
Fantastic plants. I am growing these emersed in an outdoor heated tank and they have really taken off in just over a week
M
Lovely, delicate plant. Healthy and arrived very quickly. Looks beautiful in my tank and is one of my favourites. Highly recommended.
L
Of all the plants I received the quantity and quality apart from this one (3 and a bit stems )was great but if it is as easy to grow as they say hopefully it will recover and multiply.
H
Lovely little plant which arrived looking very healthy.
P
Plant arrived in great condition. It was about 25cm long. Once rooted it began producing new leaves almost immediately. I've already had to prune the plant back. Great value.
M
Plants arrived in really good condition and are growing on strongly in the aquarium.
J
Quick delivery. Very healthy plants.
d
I ordered these plants shortly before Christmas they arrived promptly and well packed and in perfect condition. I had them in my tank Christmas eve which is well dosed with neutro t and neutro co2 and here we are 10 days later they look fantastic and have grown by at least a third Amazing
I
Iwas delighted with two plants They must have been at least 30 cms high and already have put on another 5or 6 cms in no time.Would not go elsewhere for plants,I have never been disappointed and have filled a 50 gallon tank with plants only from AE and all thrive.
M
I've bought loads of plants for my aquariums and these are the best I've ever had. They are really big and in fantastic condition, one week on and not a sign of any melting, gorgeous. Don't usually leave reviews but am very pleased.
D
Great plant for hiding things as you can take cuttings and they all ready have roots . The cuttings can be put into your gravel and you can make a very thick plant . I highly recommend you buy off Aqua Essentials . Delivery was very Fast.
P
Plant is great but my flying foxes ate it
P
not a week old but looking good, starting to stand, well pleased
S
Came in excellent condition. Did not get the effect that I wanted. Will wait and see once it grows some.
b
good quick dispatch
k
healthy plant, but i thought it is overpriced
J
Brought two and both are a good size. Doing great in the tank and looking healthy
r
very nice plant, not quite as big as the picture makes it look but nice.
Is Brazilian Pennywort a good aquarium plant for beginners?
Yes, the Brazilian Pennywort aquarium plant is ideal for beginners. It is easy to grow, adaptable, and thrives in most aquarium conditions.
How fast does Brazilian Pennywort grow?
Brazilian Pennywort is a fast-growing aquarium plant and can reach up to 60 cm in height under the right conditions.
Can Brazilian Pennywort be grown on wood or substrate?
Yes, this plant can be planted in substrate or trained to grow around driftwood and decorations by tying it in place.
Does Brazilian Pennywort need CO2?
No, Brazilian Pennywort does not require CO2. It grows well in low-tech aquariums, though CO2 can enhance growth.
Why is my Brazilian Pennywort not growing well?
Slow growth may be due to low lighting, poor nutrients, or unstable water conditions. Providing proper light and nutrients will improve growth.
