• Limnophila aquatica Tropica
  • Limnophila aquatica Tropica
  • Limnophila aquatica Tropica
  • Limnophila aquatica Tropica
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Limnophila aquatica

Large feathery Limnophila for lush green background groups

Large feathery Limnophila for lush green background groups

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    Quick Facts

    Common name:

    Origin: Asia

    Position in Aquarium: Mid/background

    Grows up to (cm): 50 cm

    Pot Size: 5 cm

    Growth rate: Medium pace
    Description

    Limnophila aquatica is a large stem plant with finely divided, light-green leaves arranged in generous whorls. Use a small group in the background, leaving space for the stems to branch.

    Medium light is suitable. Added CO2 and a nutritious substrate encourage faster, fuller growth; CO2 injection is beneficial rather than an absolute requirement. Trim regularly to keep the group in shape.

    Supplied as an established potted plant.
    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 aquatica Tropica
    Limnophila aquatica Tropica
    Limnophila aquatica Tropica

    Highly praised aquarium plant with "excellent condition" and quality packaging. Customers said it "looks absolutely amazing" and thrives even without CO2 or fertilizers. Generous quantity exceeds expectations. One note: leaves/stems naturally curl rather than grow tall, making it better suited for mid-ground placement than background use in aquariums.

    • Usual high quality. Looks wonderful in my 300 liter aquarium.
    • Received loads more than expected. Does great with LEDs, no CO2 or ferts!
    • Looks absolutely amazing, well packaged and in excellent conditions.
    • 5 stars: 5 (83%)
    • 4 stars: 1 (17%)
    • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
    • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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    Ron H.
    Review

    Usual high quality expected from AE. Looks wonderful in my 300 liter aquarium.

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    Stephanie M.
    Review

    Plant itself was in great condition and of a good size, though it's not my most favourite looking when compared to the other options available as the leaves/stems tend to naturally curl rather than grow tall. Fine for mid ground but probably wouldn't use for the background again.

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    Ana V.
    Review

    Looks absolutely amazing, and it came really well packaged and in excellent conditions.

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    Ed M.
    Review

    Don't be fooled by the photo, I received loads more than expected which was awesome. Highly recommended plant, I have leds lights, no dirt or co2 or ferts and it does great!

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    Ed M.
    Review

    Don't be mislead by the photo, I received so much more than I expected which was great! Cut it in half and planted some stems along with the already rooted, awesome!

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    Peter O.
    Review

    Can't fault anything great service and product well packaged

    Product FAQs

    Helpful details before you buy.

    Is Limnophila aquatica easy to keep?

    It is manageable with suitable lighting and nutrition. Allow enough space for its large stems and trim regularly.

    Does it need CO2?

    CO2 injection is not essential, but added CO2 and a nutritious substrate encourage faster, fuller growth.

    How large does it grow?

    It can grow quite tall — stems regularly reach 40–60 cm under good conditions. Regular trimming keeps it 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 extend a background planting.

    What aquarium size suits it?

    Aquariums of 100 litres or more with good depth and bright lighting give it the best conditions to develop into its impressive potential.

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    Limnophila aquatica

    Large feathery Limnophila for lush green background groups

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    Tropica Limnophila aquatica 1-2-GROW

    Tropica Limnophila aquatica 1-2-GROW

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    Same plant, supplied in a tissue-culture cup instead of a pot. Lab-grown, smaller to start and free of snails and pesticides; the potted version arrives as a larger, more established clump.

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    About this plant

    Limnophila aquatica is a large stem plant with finely divided, light-green leaves arranged in generous whorls. Use a small group in the background, leaving space for the stems to branch.

    Medium light is suitable. Added CO2 and a nutritious substrate encourage faster, fuller growth; CO2 injection is beneficial rather than an absolute requirement. Trim regularly to keep the group in shape.

    Supplied as an established potted plant.

    Product FAQs

    Is Limnophila aquatica easy to keep?

    It is manageable with suitable lighting and nutrition. Allow enough space for its large stems and trim regularly.

    Does it need CO2?

    CO2 injection is not essential, but added CO2 and a nutritious substrate encourage faster, fuller growth.

    How large does it grow?

    It can grow quite tall — stems regularly reach 40–60 cm under good conditions. Regular trimming keeps it 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 extend a background planting.

    What aquarium size suits it?

    Aquariums of 100 litres or more with good depth and bright lighting give it the best conditions to develop into its impressive potential.