Hygrophila stricta is a fast-growing plant that can make a lovely addition to the midground or background of an aquascape or in the emersed section of a paludarium. This plant can thrive in a wide variety of freshwater aquariums as long as it's given some lighting.
Like many other stem plants, this plant can grow both emersed and submerged. It is a fast grower and can require frequent trimming when kept under high light with Co2 and the addition of fertilizers. Like most stem plants, propagation can be done simply by cutting along the stem and replanting the cuttings.
Region: Southeast Asia
Height: 6-12"
pH: 6-7.5
Care: Easy
Light: Moderate to High
Co2: Not required
Propagation: Cut stem and replant
Growth rate: Fast