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Limnophila hippuridoides has been sold under a number of confusing names, including L. aromatic and L. aromatic ‘Hippuroides’. The real L. aromatic is not an easy plant to grow in the aquarium, as well as not being as brightly colored. For this reason, Limnophila hippuridoides, which has 6-8 leaves per node, as opposed to the 2-3 leaves found on L. aromatic, has largely replaced L. aromatic in culture. Limnophila hippuridoides is a robust plant growing large and fast in excellent conditions, which means supplemental C)2, a nutritious substrate and regular fertilization. When crushed, the leaves and stems have a distinctive anise scent. Certain plants wax and wane in popularity over the years, but if you have a CO2 supplemented tank and have not had experience with this lovely plant, you should!
Common Name: None
Family Name: Scrophulariaceae
Native To: Malay peninsula
Lighting: Moderate - High
Requirements: Unproblematic in tanks with strong light, supplemental CO2 and good nutrition.
Growth Form: Stem
Growth Rate: Fast
True Aquatic: Yes
Placement in Tank: Background or carefully trimmed groupings
Available As: Bunch