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Temple Plant

Hygrophila corymbosa · family Acanthaceae

Temple Plant (Hygrophila corymbosa) — aquarium plant
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Light
Medium
CO₂
Not required
Temperature
22–28 °C
pH
6–8
Hardness
2–18 °dGH
Growth rate
Fast
Height
up to 50 cm
Placement
Background
Root feeder
No

Pros and cons

  • Large striking leaves form a dense back wall
  • Doesn't require CO₂
  • Tolerant of parameters
  • Propagates from side shoots
  • Quickly grows above the water line
  • Without feeding, lower leaves dim
  • Requires regular pruning

Description

A large background stem plant with broad lance-shaped leaves. Very decorative in a group.

Care

Plant in groups of stems. Tolerant of parameters. Prune every 2–3 weeks.

FAQ

Можно ли держать гигрофилу сиамскую с золотыми рыбками?
Не рекомендуется — золотые объедают мягкие листья. Для них лучше анубиас или яванский папоротник.
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Sources

  1. Wikipedia: Hygrophila corymbosa · Wikipedia · 2026-05-22