• Bacopa australis (Australian bacopa) Tropica
  • Bacopa australis (Australian bacopa) Tropica
  • Bacopa australis (Australian bacopa) Tropica
  • Bacopa australis (Australian bacopa) Tropica
  • Bacopa australis (Australian bacopa) Tropica
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Bacopa australis

Compact trailing stem plant — reddens in good light, suits mid to foreground

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Common name: Southern Bacopa

Origin: South America

Position in Aquarium: Foreground

Grows up to (cm): 30 cm

Pot Size: 5 cm

Growth rate: Medium pace
Description

Bacopa australis is a compact, versatile stem plant from southern Brazil (the name means 'southern' — it has nothing to do with Australia) with small, rounded leaves and a trailing habit that makes it useful in the mid to foreground of most aquariums. Under good light it takes on an attractive reddish hue; in moderate light it remains a fresh, pale green. Given the right conditions it will creep across the substrate, gradually forming a low, spreading cushion.

It is easy to grow and propagate: trim stems and replant the cuttings in the substrate, where they establish quickly and produce new growth. CO2 supplementation encourages denser, more lush growth but is not essential. Unlike many stem plants, it is notably compact, making it a good choice where you don't want a plant racing straight to the surface.

Plant in groups, leaving a little space between stems for water flow. Trim regularly to encourage lateral branching and a bushy, well-structured form.
Plant Sizes

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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Bacopa australis (Australian bacopa) Tropica
Bacopa australis (Australian bacopa) Tropica
Bacopa australis (Australian bacopa) Tropica
Bacopa australis (Australian bacopa) Tropica
Bacopa australis (Australian bacopa) - Aqua Essentials
Bacopa australis

Product FAQs

Helpful details before you buy.

How does Bacopa australis differ from Bacopa monnieri?

Australis is smaller-leaved, more compact, and has a trailing growth pattern suited to the midground. Monnieri grows more upright and taller. Both are easy, but australis stays lower.

Why is it called australis if it's from Brazil?

Australis means 'southern' in Latin — it was discovered in southern Brazil. A common point of confusion.

Does it need CO2?

No — it grows without CO2, though supplementation produces noticeably denser growth and a more vivid red hue.

How do I propagate it?

Trim stems and replant the cuttings directly into the substrate. They establish quickly.

Will it spread across the substrate?

Yes — in good conditions it will creep and spread, forming a low spreading cushion. Not a dense carpet, but a natural, attractive spreading effect.