Hygrophila araguaia on Lava - Compact Aquarium Plant

Hygrophila araguaia is a compact, fine-leaved stem plant from the Amazon producing small, narrow leaves that shift from olive-green to warm pinkish-brown in brighter light. This version comes pre-established on a piece of lava rock, creating a compact and unusual planted feature — a stem plant growing directly from volcanic rock, without substrate planting, that can be placed and moved freely anywhere in the aquarium.

Hygrophila araguaia is an easy plant. It grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection and tolerates a wide range of water conditions. Growth is steady and the plant responds well to regular trimming, which encourages bushy and compact regrowth from the base. Its small leaf size gives it a delicate appearance despite being a robust grower.

The plant is pre-established on the lava rock so no further attachment is needed — simply rinse and place in the aquarium. The lava rock sinks immediately and can be moved or repositioned as needed. Suited to aquariums of 20 litres and above and effective as a midground accent with a distinctive stem-on-rock appearance.