Hygrophila Corymbosa

Hygrophila Corymbosa - Classic Temple Plant for Any Aquarium

Hygrophila corymbosa, also known as the Temple Plant, is one of the most popular and versatile aquarium plants from Asia. This classic stem plant is known for its robust nature, rapid growth, and beautiful large leaves that instantly give your aquarium a lush, natural look. Perfect for both beginners and experienced aquascapers looking for a reliable background plant.

What makes Hygrophila Corymbosa so special is its extreme adaptability: the plant grows under virtually any conditions and adapts effortlessly to varying water parameters. Its rapid growth makes it an excellent choice for setting up new aquariums, as it absorbs excess nutrients and helps prevent algae growth.

Benefits of Hygrophila Corymbosa

• Extremely versatile and adaptable: Grows under almost any conditions and adapts to different water parameters.
• Fast, reliable growth: Absorbs excess nutrients and effectively helps prevent algae growth
• Large decorative leaves: Imposing leaves create a lush, natural effect in your aquarium.
• Perfect for a background: Can grow up to 50cm tall and makes a beautiful green backdrop
• Ideal for beginners: Very easy to grow and extremely resilient
• Wide temperature range: Grows well between 18-30°C
• Suitable for soft water: Performs particularly well in soft water conditions
• Easy to propagate: Cut off tops and replant for free new plants

Care & Placement

Hygrophila corymbosa is very easy to care for and has few requirements. The plant thrives in normal to high light and doesn't require CO2 supplementation, although this does accelerate growth. Plant the stems in clusters 5-6 cm apart in the middle and back of your aquarium for best results.

The plant looks best when its stems are planted in a spreading pattern and is ideal for the edges and corners of the aquarium, where it creates a beautiful volume effect. With good lighting and sufficient nutrients, the plant develops beautiful, large leaves with an intense green color.

Regular pruning of the tops encourages branching and ensures denser, bushier growth. You can easily replant the cut tops to propagate the plant. The plant grows rapidly, especially under optimal conditions, so pruning weekly to biweekly may be necessary to maintain the desired height.

Specifications:

• Position: Middle and back zone
• Light requirements: Normal to high
• CO2: 10-40 mg/l (optional)
• Temperature: 18-30°C (very wide range)
• pH: 5.5-7.5
• KH: 2-18
• Growth rate: Fast
• Difficulty level: Very easy
• Maximum height: 50 cm
• Origin: Asia
• Family: Acanthaceae
• Type: Stem plant
• Other name: Hygrophila Corymbosa 'Stricta', Temple plant

💡 Tip: Want to learn more about caring for Hygrophila species? Read our comprehensive Hygrophila care guide with practical tips and tricks.