Lindernia rotundifolia

Lindernia rotundifolia

Specifications:

• Plant Name: Lindernia rotundifolia
• Common Name: Roundleaf Lindernia
• Plant Type: Freshwater aquatic stem plant
• Origin: Asia
• Height: 10–25 cm
• Light Requirement: Medium
• CO₂: Not required, but beneficial
• Placement: Foreground to midground
• Growth Rate: Moderate

Overview:

Lindernia rotundifolia is a compact and attractive aquarium plant, recognised for its rounded, bright green leaves and tidy growth habit. Its small leaf size and moderate height make it ideal for adding structure and detail to foreground and midground areas.

When grown under good lighting, the leaves develop a fresh, vibrant appearance that contrasts nicely with finer-leaved or darker plants. Planted in small groups, it forms neat, bushy clusters.

Care and Growth:

Lindernia rotundifolia prefers medium lighting and benefits from CO₂ supplementation, though it can grow without it. A nutrient-rich substrate and regular fertilisation support healthy, compact growth.

Regular trimming encourages denser growth and helps maintain its rounded form. Cuttings can be replanted easily to create fuller groups over time.

Key Features:

• Rounded, bright green leaves
• Compact growth suitable for smaller aquariums
• Moderate growth rate and easy care
• Ideal for foreground to midground placement
• Adds structure and contrast to planted layouts

Plant only. Aquarium and accessories not included.