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Stoffels Hydrocotyle leucocephala

Scientific Name: Hydrocotyle leucocephala
Common Name: Brazilian Pennywort
Origin: South America
Family: Araliaceae
Height: 20-50 cm
Growth Rate: Fast
Placement in Tank: Background, Floating
Light Requirement: Medium
CO2 Requirement: Not required
Temperature: 20-28°C
pH: 6.0-7.5
Propagation: Stem cuttings

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The Hydrocotyle leucocephala, commonly known as Brazilian Pennywort, is a versatile aquatic plant that is known for its round, coin-like leaves and rapid growth. Native to South America, this plant can grow submerged or emersed, making it a great choice for a wide range of aquarium styles, from traditional aquascapes to paludariums. Its bright green leaves and trailing growth habit make it ideal for creating a lush, bushy appearance, whether planted or left to float.

Key Features:

Round, Coin-Like Leaves: Hydrocotyle leucocephala has bright green, round leaves that resemble small coins, adding a unique texture and shape to aquascapes.
Rapid Growth: The plant grows quickly, making it an excellent choice for filling space, providing shade, or creating lush background cover.
Versatile Planting Options: It can be planted in the substrate or left to float, giving aquarists flexibility in their design. It also works well in paludariums, where it can grow emersed.
Easy to Care For: Brazilian Pennywort is hardy and easy to grow, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced aquarists.

Care Requirements:

Lighting: Hydrocotyle leucocephala prefers medium lighting to thrive. Under good lighting conditions, the plant will grow quickly and maintain vibrant, bright green leaves.
CO2: CO2 supplementation is not required but will promote faster growth and larger, healthier leaves. It can thrive well in both low-tech and high-tech setups.
Water Parameters: This plant is adaptable and can grow well in a pH range of 6.0-7.5 and temperatures between 20-28°C. It is not fussy about water parameters and can tolerate minor fluctuations.
Trimming: Due to its rapid growth, regular trimming is recommended to keep it from taking over the tank. Trim back excess growth to maintain the desired shape and to encourage a bushy appearance.

Planting Tips:

Planting in Substrate: If planting in the substrate, insert the lower part of the stems into a nutrient-rich substrate. The plant will quickly develop roots and continue growing upward.
Floating: Alternatively, Brazilian Pennywort can be left to float, where it will trail across the water surface, creating shade and offering hiding spots for fish and shrimp.
Trimming and Propagation: Trim long stems to maintain shape and replant the cuttings if you wish to propagate. The cuttings will root easily, allowing you to quickly create new plants.