Hygrophila Polysperma 'Sunset' - In Vitro
You will receive: 1 In Vitro cup — completely free of algae, snails, and pathogens. Ready to plant directly into any aquarium.
✅ Level: Easy — Hygrophila Polysperma 'Sunset' has low demands and grows quickly under almost all conditions.
Hygrophila Polysperma 'Sunset' is a fast grower with beautiful pink to white variegated leaves — a unique color pattern that distinguishes it from other stem plants. More light enhances the pink/white coloration. The In Vitro version is 100% sterile grown — ideal for shrimp tanks and sensitive aquariums.
🌿 Plant specifications
| Placement | Background |
| Max. height | ±50 cm |
| Light | Normal to high (high for best color) |
| CO₂ | 5–40 mg/l (recommended) |
| Temperature | 18–30°C |
| pH | 5.0–8.0 |
| KH | 2–21 |
| Origin | Southeast Asia |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Type | Stem plant |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Propagation | By taking cuttings from tops |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
✅ Advantages of In Vitro
- 100% free of algae, snails, and pathogens
- No quarantine needed — directly into the aquarium
- Ideal for shrimp and sensitive biotope aquariums
- More plant material per package than a standard pot
🚚 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 working days
- Received dead? We will resolve this together. Contact us within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
- Free shipping from €59,-
✂️ Care
Gently rinse off the cultivation gel under lukewarm water. Plant the stems in groups in the background. More light will give the most beautiful pink/white coloration. Prune regularly and replant the tops. Liquid fertilization such as Sera Florena supports healthy growth.
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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