Bacopa monnieri Live Freshwater Aquarium Plant
Bacopa monnieri is a classic, beginner-friendly freshwater stem plant known for its small, rounded green leaves and upright growth. Often called Moneywort, this plant is highly adaptable and thrives in a wide range of aquarium conditions, making it a staple in low-tech planted tanks.
Bacopa monnieri grows steadily and can be used as a midground or background plant depending on trimming. It does not require CO injection and tolerates lower light levels, though brighter light will encourage denser growth and shorter internodes.
Key Benefits
Extremely hardy & beginner-friendly
Small rounded leaves with clean green color
Thrives in low to moderate light
No CO required
Easy to trim and propagate
Excellent for community aquariums
Plant Care & Requirements
- Lighting: Low to moderate
- CO: Not required (optional)
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Placement: Midground to background
- Tank Size: Nano to large aquariums
- Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 7282°F
- pH: 6.07.5
Trim regularly to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.
Ideal For
- Beginner planted aquariums
- Low-tech freshwater tanks
- Community aquariums
- Aquascapes needing simple green structure
Product Details
- Plant Type: Live freshwater plant
- Scientific Name: Bacopa monnieri
- Common Name: Moneywort
- Growth Form: Stem plant
- Difficulty: Easy
- Color: Bright green
FAQs Bacopa monnieri
Q: Is Bacopa monnieri good for beginners?
A: Yes. Its one of the easiest and most forgiving aquarium plants available.
Q: Does it need CO?
A: No. CO is optional and mainly improves growth density.
Q: Can it grow in low light?
A: Yes, though growth will be slower and stems may be taller.
Q: Is it shrimp-safe?
A: Absolutely. Its completely safe for shrimp and other invertebrates.
Q: How do I propagate it?
A: Trim the stem and replant the cuttings.
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