Care Guide
Giant Hygro, Temple plant
Hygrophila Corymbosa
Care at a Glance
Lighting
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Growth Form
Stem
Placement
Background
True Aquatic
Yes
Available As
Bunch plant
About This Plant
Hygrophila corymbosa is a deservedly popular aquarium plant that has large green leaves. Newer leaves of Hygrophila corymbosa display some purple colors in the submerged growth. Plant Hygrophila corymbosa in the background areas of the aquarium, because it can get big. If allowed to grow out of the water at the back of the aquarium, it might surprise you with small but pretty purple flowers. Many different varieties of Hygrophila corymbosa have been created over the years and are available to the aquarium trade.
Care Requirements
Undemanding
Family
Acanthaceae
Native To
Southeast Asia
Available to Purchase
Giant Hygro, Temple plant — $19.99
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