Limnophila Hippuridoides
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You will receive: 1 pot, ready to plant — freshly delivered from the nursery.
⚠️ Level: Advanced — Limnophila Hippuridoides requires a lot of light and CO₂ for the most beautiful purple-red leaf colors.
Limnophila Hippuridoides is a striking stem plant with finely branched, needle-like leaf whorls in a rare combination of green and deep purple-red. With strong lighting, the purple-red underside of the leaves intensifies to a deep burgundy — a color accent that adds warmth and depth to any aquascape. Originating from the shallow, clear waters of Asia.
🌿 Plant specifications
| Placement | Mid- & background |
| Max. height | ±40 cm |
| Light | High (crucial for purple-red color) |
| CO₂ | 20–40 mg/l (highly recommended) |
| Temperature | 22–28°C |
| pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| KH | 2–12 |
| Origin | Asia |
| Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Type | Stem plant |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Propagation | Via cuttings of tops or side shoots |
| Difficulty | ⭐⭐⭐ Advanced |
🚚 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'll solve this together. Contact us within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
- Free shipping from €59,-
✂️ Care
Plant 5–10 stems in a compact group in the mid- or background. Plenty of light is essential for the most intense purple-red leaf colors — with insufficient light, the color fades to green. CO₂ promotes faster, more compact growth with richer colors. Prune regularly and replant the tops for a denser, fuller group. Liquid fertilizer such as Sera Florena supports healthy growth.
💡 Planter's tip
The fine, feather-light leaf whorls move beautifully in the water current. Combines nicely with fresh green plants like Staurogyne Repens or Rotala Rotundifolia for maximum color contrast.
❓ Frequently asked questions
My plant is turning green instead of purple — what's wrong?
This is caused by too little light. Increase the light intensity for the most beautiful purple-red coloring.
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.
