Limnophila Aromatica

• Easy to grow
• It does not necessarily need CO2 fertilization, but with CO2 the plants become stronger and the leaf colours develop more radiant.

Appearance

• A beautiful, versatile aquatic plant known for its vibrant colors and fragrant, aromatic leaves. When submerged, it typically has slender, pointed leaves that can range in colour from green to shades of red and purple, depending on the light and nutrient levels.

Growth rate

• Medium

Lighting

• Requires medium to high lighting conditions to thrive and maintain its vibrant purple and red coloration.

Placement

• Typically used as a midground to background plant in aquascapes, often creating a focal point with its vibrant red and purple hues. It thrives when planted in groups and placed among green plants to maximize contrast and visual appeal.

Planting

• Remove any labels, and gently take the plant and its rockwool from the container.
• Carefully remove the rockwool from the root system, trying not to damage the roots.
• Use tweezers to plant the stems individually into the substrate, spacing them out to allow for future growth.

Algae

• High light, low nutrients/CO2:

  This common scenario can lead to algae overgrowth, as the plants can't utilize the excess light effectively. If your Limnophila aromatica is experiencing algae, evaluate your lighting and ensure it aligns with your nutrient and CO2 levels.