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Hygrophila Odora Vitro Culture Supply

SKU: 406A75FF7F713EA6

Original price was: $19.99.Current price is: $10.00.

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Description

Hygrophila odora, also known as Hygrophila sp. Guinea or Hygrophila sp. Afrika , is a remarkable and rare aquatic plant highly sought after by aquascaping enthusiasts. Native to Western Africa, particularly regions such as Guinea, Liberia, Senegal, and Sierra Leone, this plant is renowned for its distinctive appearance and demanding care requirements.

Key Features:

  • Unique Appearance: In its emersed form, Hygrophila odora boasts strong, upright stems with lanceolate leaves covered in dense, sticky glandular hairs, and it produces light blue to purple flowers in the upper leaf axils. Submersed, it transforms into a completely different plant, with hairless, light green, narrow, pinnatisect leaves, and relatively thick, hard stems.

  • Distinctive Scent: The emersed form has a notable aroma when touched, reminiscent of a male goat, which is unique to this species.

  • Decorative Value: Its visually striking leaves and potential for beautiful purple flowers make it a highly decorative addition to any aquarium.

    • Optimal Growing Conditions:

      • Lighting: Hygrophila odora thrives under strong lighting, which is essential for its growth and overall health.

      • Water Parameters: Prefers soft water with a pH range of 4.5 to 7.0 and carbonate hardness (KH) between 0 to 7 °dKH. It grows best at temperatures between 24 to 28°C but can tolerate a range of 18 to 30°C.

      • Nutrients: This plant requires an ample supply of both macro- and micronutrients, including CO2 supplementation. It is sensitive to phosphate deficiency, so maintaining a PO4 concentration of at least 0.3 mg l is recommended.

      • Growth and Propagation: Hygrophila odora has a slow to moderately fast growth rate, depending on the conditions. It can be propagated through stem cuttings, with both top and lateral shoots being viable. Letting the stems float for a few weeks can encourage the formation of lateral shoots, which can then be planted.

        • Care Tips:

          • Substrate Fertilization: To ensure healthy growth, consider adding substrate fertilizers, as the plant benefits from a nutrient-rich environment.

          • Space Requirements: When grown emersed, it requires a lot of space due to its potential height of nearly a meter.

          • Handling: Be cautious when handling, as the emersed stems are brittle and can break easily.

            • Conclusion:

              Hygrophila odora is a stunning and unique plant that, with proper care, can be a captivating addition to your aquascape. Its striking appearance, coupled with the challenges of cultivation, makes it a prized specimen for experienced aquarists looking to enhance their underwater landscapes.

              • Sold as a Tissue Culture plants with vitamin liquid gelp
              • Bag size: Approx. 4 inches. Yield many small plants

              • Sustainable growth aquarium plants species
              • Tissue Culture Technology | 100% Free from Snail, Algae, Pathogen, and Bacteria plus Extended Shelf Life on all in Vitro Plants
                • Disclaimer: Pictures are not the actual plants you will receive, but a sample representation. Unless specific, we don t guarantee aquatic plants will be free of pests, and pesticides, grow emerged or submerge.

Hygrophila Odora Vitro Culture Supply

Original price was: $19.99.Current price is: $10.00.