Staurogyne Repens
You will receive: 1 pot, ready to plant — freshly delivered from the nursery.
⚠️ Level: Medium — Staurogyne Repens requires normal to high light and CO₂ for the most beautiful compact carpet formation.
Staurogyne Repens is a compact stem plant with fresh green, oval leaves that form a dense carpet in the foreground zone when there is sufficient light. Comparable to Hygrophila Polysperma but much smaller and more compact — one of the most valued foreground plants in modern aquascaping. Originating from the shallow rivers of South America, where the plant grows along the banks in shallow water.
🌿 Plant specifications
| Placement | Foreground |
| Max. height | ±10 cm |
| Light | Normal to high |
| CO₂ | 20–40 mg/l (recommended) |
| Temperature | 20–30°C |
| pH | 5.0–7.5 |
| KH | 0–10 |
| Origin | South America |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Type | Stem plant |
| Propagation | Via cuttings from side shoots |
| Difficulty | ⭐⭐ Medium |
| Suitable for nano | Yes |
🚚 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
Plant the stems in small groups of 3–5, approximately 2 cm apart, in the foreground. CO₂ strongly promotes compact growth — without CO₂, the plant grows more upwards. Prune regularly for a denser, more compact carpet. Liquid fertilizers like Sera Florena support healthy growth.
💡 Planter tip
Staurogyne Repens is an excellent alternative to HC Cuba — easier and less demanding, but with a similar carpet effect. Combines beautifully with Anubias Nana on stone or Bucephalandra on wood for a varied foreground.
❓ Frequently asked questions
Do I need CO₂ for this plant?
CO₂ is not mandatory but strongly recommended. Without CO₂, the plant will grow more upwards instead of forming a compact carpet.
My plant is growing upwards instead of forming a carpet — what's wrong?
This is caused by too little light or CO₂. Increase light intensity and add CO₂ for compact, horizontal growth.
Is this plant suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes, completely shrimp-friendly.
Do you have another question? Feel free to contact us — we're happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
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