HYGROPHILA PolySPerma 'White' in Cup - Tropica

Hygrophila PolySperma 'White' is a selected cultivar in greenhouse that stands out for the particular clear variegation of the leaves. In emergence form appears light green, but once inserted in the aquarium, a senior white-pale and green pattern develops that makes it one of the brightest stem plants ever.

It belongs to the Acanthaceae family and is closely related to the classic Hygrophila Polysperma, note for robustness and adaptability.

Botanical characteristics

• Vertical growth with good branching

• Opposite leaves, lanceolate

• White-green variegation in submerged form

• Interior close-up with adequate light

• Compact bearing with regular pruning

Growth is rapid and vigorous, especially in the presence of good lighting.

Colors and aesthetic rendering

The strength is the clear and varied coloring:

• pale green with cream white pattern

• more obvious shades with intense light

• contrast marked with red or dark green plants

It is ideal for:

• create light points in the layout

• break dark vegetable masses

• increase visual depth

In Dutch layouts or Nature Style is often used as a contrast plant.

Use in the aquarium

Thanks to fast growth and good adaptability it is indicated for:

• central area in medium aquariums

• rear zone in small aquariums

• high density pianted aquariums

• layout with strong chromatic contrast

It lends itself very well as a "filling" plant thanks to the rapidity of growth.

Cultivation needs

Lighting

Requires medium-high light to maintain evident variudent.

• with insufficient light tends to lose white

• with adequate light remains compact

• intense lighting promotes dense growth

Recommended values: Medium-high LEDs or equivalent exceeding 0.5 W / L.

Co2

Not mandatory but recommended for:

• more compact growth

• greater intensity of the pattern

• reduction of the extension of the interior

Optimal values: 15-25 mg / l for high-tech aquariums.

Fertilization

Being a rapid growth plant consumes nutrients significantly.

Like:

• full fertilization NPK

• constant microelements

• balanced iron

Stable conditions avoid yellowed or loss of variegation.

Water ideal parameters

• Temperature: 22 - 28 ° C

• pH: 6.0 - 7.5

• GH: Medium

• KH: low-medium

It is a resistant and adaptable plant, also indicated for beginner aquariums.

Maintenance and pruning

Regular pruning is essential to maintain compact shape.

• cut the upper part when it reaches the desired height

• replant the cuttings to browse

• remove damaged lower leaves

Pruning stimulates lateral branching and density.

Adaptation from the shape emerged to submerged

Cultivated in greenhouse above the water level, can submit:

• lightly different leaves

• any small foliary protuberances

After insertion in the aquarium:

• the leaves emerged will be replaced

• the plant will develop varied submerged leaves

• adaptation takes place in 2-4 weeks

This process is normal and physiological.

Terrarium or paludarium use

Being an amphibious plant it can also be cultivated:

• in Paludari

• in wet terrariums

• in areas that emerged open tanks

In emergence form, it appears clearer green, with less variegation.

Main advantages

• Fast and robust growth

• High adaptability

• Strong visual impact

• Easy propagation

• Fit to beginners

It is an excellent choice for those who want a clear plant that lights the aquarium without requiring extreme conditions.