• Limnophila hippuridoides Tropica
  • Limnophila hippuridoides Tropica
  • Limnophila hippuridoides Tropica
  • Limnophila hippuridoides Tropica
  • Limnophila hippuridoides Tropica
  • Limnophila hippuridoides
    Limnophila hippuridoides
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Limnophila hippuridoides

Bold multi-leaved whorls on a striking high-light Limnophila background plant

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    Quick Facts

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    Common name: Giant Ambulia or Giant Asian Ambulia

    Origin: Asia

    Position in Aquarium: Mid/background

    Grows up to (cm): 50 cm

    Pot Size: 5 cm

    Growth rate: Medium pace
    Description

    Limnophila hippuridoides is a bold stem plant from Southeast Asia with pronounced, multi-leaved whorls that create a full, brush-like appearance along each stem. Its strong structural form makes it an eye-catching addition to the background of well-maintained planted aquariums, particularly in large-scale nature aquarium and high-tech layouts.

    It is a demanding species that requires bright light and CO2 injection for healthy, structured growth. Under insufficient light or without CO2 the plant becomes sparse and leggy, losing the dense whorled habit that defines its appeal. Regular liquid fertilisation and a nutritious substrate help sustain the vigorous growth needed for best results.

    Supplied as an established potted plant, Limnophila hippuridoides suits aquariums from 80 litres upward equipped with bright lighting and CO2 injection. Used in the background, its full, bushy whorls create a distinctive structural element that contrasts well with finer-leafed and broader-leafed plants placed in front.
    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.
    Limnophila hippuridoides Tropica
    Limnophila hippuridoides Tropica
    Limnophila hippuridoides Tropica
    Limnophila hippuridoides Tropica
    Limnophila hippuridoides

    Customers praised this aquarium plant for arriving in "excellent condition" with healthy shoots. It's described as "pretty" and a "fast grower" that establishes quickly. Shoppers noted it thrives with proper lighting and CO2, developing new shoots at the base. One mentioned needing a trim within 2 weeks, highlighting robust growth.

    • Very pretty plant. Arrived in great condition, with plenty of well developed shoots.
    • Plants were super healthy and full, very happy with my experience
    • Lovely plant, and a fast grower too.
    • 5 stars: 12 (100%)
    • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
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    • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
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    Seb (Reading, GB)
    Nice quality

    Nice quality plant,

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    PK

    Again a great plant in excellent condition, cant wait for this to grow out.

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    Joshua v.
    Review

    Very pretty plant. Arrived in great condition, with plenty of well developed shoots.

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    Marie N.
    Review

    This one has grown well in the 2 weeks and needs a trim. I'm not seeing much red as yet but have just increased my lighting and added CO2 and I think it will do well. Lots of new shoots coming out of the base.

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    andy p.
    Review

    As always with aquaessentials: great communication, honest advice, superb prices, swift postage & exceptional quality-I've just planted a nano with 6 different species from Richard & his team, 1/52 in & they're all settling well-I completely recommend aquaessentials

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    Akmal K.
    Review

    plants were super healthy and full
    very happy with my experience

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    RUSSELL B.
    Review

    Pretty plant, Seems ok hope will grow ok, sure it will as all plants bought from ae have been great.

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    Phil F.
    Review

    Having never used Aquaessentials before I only ordered the one plant, however the plant arrived in perfect condition and is now starting to thrive in my tank, the plant was well packaged and would probably survive the worst of delivery methods known to man. I will definitely be using the company again for all my aquarium plant needs. keep up the good work aquaessential.

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    Laura T.
    Review

    Beautiful plant! It arrived very quickly and was absolutely perfect

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    Chris B.
    Review

    Arrived in good condition, established quickly

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    luke b.
    Review

    Nice looking plant, even nicer when it finally transforms into its submerged state good quality plant

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    Amanda H.
    Review

    Lovely plant, and a fast grower too.

    Product FAQs

    Helpful details before you buy.

    Does Limnophila hippuridoides need CO2?

    Yes. CO2 injection is important for the dense, structured whorled growth this plant is known for. Without it, growth becomes sparse and leggy.

    What light level does it need?

    Bright light is recommended. Under medium or low light the plant deteriorates and loses the full, brush-like whorled appearance that makes it distinctive.

    Is it easy to care for?

    It is moderately demanding and best suited to hobbyists with experience in CO2-injected aquariums who can provide bright, stable lighting conditions.

    How large does it grow?

    Stems can reach 40 cm or more if left untrimmed. Regular trimming keeps the plant in bounds and promotes bushy side branching.

    How do I propagate it?

    Trim stems and replant the cuttings in the substrate. They root readily and continue growing, allowing you to build out a denser background planting.