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Limnophila heterophylla

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Quick Facts

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Origin: Cultivated

Position in Aquarium: Midground

Grows up to (cm): 40 cm

Pot Size: 5 cm

Growth rate: Fast

Description

The Perfect Background Plant for Every Aquascape

Limnophila heterophylla should be in EVERY planted aquarium. With its fine, feathery foliage that sways gracefully in the current, this fast-growing stem plant creates stunning movement and visual contrast—particularly striking when planted alongside small-leaf species.

Why Choose Limnophila heterophylla?

  • Beginner-friendly: Low-demanding and forgiving, making it ideal for new aquascapers
  • Excellent Cabomba alternative: Similar delicate appearance but far easier to grow and maintain
  • Fast vertical growth: Stems reach up to 40cm, perfect for background planting
  • Adaptable to your setup: Thrives in low-tech tanks; becomes bushier and more compact with CO2 and high light
  • Versatile sizing: Suitable for nano tanks through to large aquascapes

Care Requirements

Light: Low to high (more compact growth under intense lighting)
CO2: Not required but encourages tighter internodal spacing
Growth rate: Fast
Placement: Background to midground
Max height: 40cm+

Create depth, movement and natural contrast in your aquascape with this reliable, fast-growing stem 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.

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