Bacopa amplexicaulis

Beginners plant par-excellence.

This Bacopa is a lovely midground stem plant with delicate, flower-like clusters of light green leaves. This aquarium hobby staple adds a whimsical accent to the planted tank.

This plant can be great for beginners because it does not need CO2 injection. It does prefer a nutrient-rich environment and clean water. Lemon bacopa requires moderate light but can tolerate low lighting if necessary. Leaves will turn reddish or bronze under high light. When phosphate levels are low leaves can attain a pink hue. This bacopa is propagated through cuttings that easily take root in the substrate.

Origin: Southeast United States

Height: 10 to 30cm (4-12”)

pH: 6.0-7.5

Care: Easy

Light: Moderate

Co2: Not necessary

Propagation: Cuttings

Growth rate: Slow

Fertilizer: UNS Plant Food