Hygrophila Pinnatifida Invitro

Hygrophila pinnatifida - Invitro Pot

Product Description:
Hygrophila pinnatifida is a striking and unusual aquarium plant with deeply lobed, fern-like leaves that range in colour from olive green to reddish-brown depending on lighting and conditions. Native to India, it offers dramatic texture and contrast in planted tanks. This invitro pot is grown in sterile conditions, making it free from snails, algae, and pesticides - completely safe for sensitive species such as shrimp.

This versatile plant can be rooted into the substrate or attached to rocks and wood. Once established, it sends out horizontal side shoots and can form dense, creeping growth across hardscape. It's a favourite among aquascapers for creating a wild, natural look with a touch of colour and movement.

Why Choose Hygrophila pinnatifida?

This plant brings a bold, naturalistic feel to any aquarium and adapts well to various aquascaping styles. Whether you're building a dramatic jungle scape or a nature-style layout, its distinctive foliage and versatile growth habit make it a go-to choice. Plus, being in-vitro, it's safe, clean, and easy to establish in your tank.

• Plant type: Rhizomatous stem

• Growth rate: Moderate

• Height: Typically 10–20cm

• Placement: Midground or attached to hardscape

• Light demand: Medium to high

• CO₂ requirement: Low to medium (improves colour with CO₂)

• Temperature range: 20–28°C

• Origin: India

• Pot size: In-vitro cup (lab-grown, pest-free)

• Attach to rocks or wood using aquarium glue or thread for a natural look

• Prune regularly to encourage bushy, horizontal growth

• Provide moderate to strong lighting to bring out rich colours

• CO₂ will enhance growth and colour, but not essential

• Use liquid fertilisers for best results in low-tech tanks

• Unique, textured leaves with a wild, fern-like appearance

• Grows both upright and creeping – perfect for scaping hardscape

• Enhances aquascapes with earthy reds and greens

• In-vitro grown – algae, pest, and pesticide free

• Safe for shrimp and sensitive fish

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