Bacopa Australis
You will receive: 1 bunch of stems, ready to plant — freshly delivered from the nursery.
✅ Level: Beginner — Bacopa Australis is an easy marsh plant that has few demands.
Bacopa Australis is a versatile stem plant from Brazil that grows both submerged and emerged — also suitable for paludariums. Small pink to white flowers can bloom above water. Some aquarists consider this plant an easy alternative to the demanding Micranthemum Umbrosum. Be careful with the delicate leaves when planting and pruning.
🌿 Plant specifications
| Placement | Foreground, midground & background |
| Max. height | ±40 cm |
| Light | Normal to high |
| CO₂ | 10–40 mg/l (not required) |
| Temperature | 20–26°C (tolerance: 4–35°C) |
| pH | 5.0–8.0 |
| KH | 0–21 |
| Origin | South America (Brazil) |
| Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Propagation | Via cuttings |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Beginner |
🚚 Delivery & warranty
- Freshly delivered from the nursery — ready to plant
- Shipping Tuesday or Friday → Read more about shipping
- Delivery with track & trace, usually within 1–2 business days
- Received dead? We will resolve this together. Contact us within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
- Free shipping from €59,-
✂️ Care
Carefully plant the stems in the substrate — the leaves are delicate. The plant develops better in terms of color and compactness with plant nutrition, CO₂, and sufficient light, but it can also be kept well without them. Prune regularly; cut tops can be replanted to form a carpet. Liquid fertilizers like Sera Florena support healthy growth.
💡 Planter tip
Bacopa Australis is an excellent alternative to Micranthemum Umbrosum — similar appearance but much easier to keep. Suitable for the foreground, midground, and background depending on the desired height.
❓ Frequently asked questions
Is this plant suitable for a paludarium?
Yes, Bacopa Australis grows both submerged and emerged and is perfectly suitable for paludariums. Pink to white flowers can appear above water.
How do I propagate Bacopa Australis?
Carefully cut the tops and replant them in the substrate. New roots will form after a few days.
Is this plant suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes, completely shrimp-friendly.
Do you have another question? Feel free to contact us — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
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