Description
Bacopa Myriophylloides (Bacopa myriophylloides)
Care Level: Easy
Lighting: Medium to High
CO₂: Optional (recommended for dense growth)
Placement: Background
Growth Rate: Fast
Temperature: 68–82°F
pH: 6.0–7.5
GH: 2–12
KH: 1–8
Light Requirements:
Higher light produces tighter, bushier growth with finer leaf structure
CO₂ Requirements:
Not required but significantly improves density and overall form
Nutrient Requirements:
Water column feeder
Size and Growth Form
Fine-leaved stem plant with soft, feathery foliage; can reach 12–20+ inches and grows in dense vertical clusters
Why Aquarists Buy This Plant
Unique soft, moss-like texture with fast growth makes it ideal for filling space and creating a lush background
Aquascaping Use
Perfect for background massing or creating contrast against broader leaf plants
Species Background
Bacopa myriophylloides is native to South America where it grows in shallow, slow-moving waters and marshy environments. Its finely divided leaves resemble Myriophyllum species, giving it a softer, more delicate appearance than typical Bacopa. It adapts well to submerged aquarium conditions and responds quickly to improved lighting and nutrients.
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