Staurogyne repens (In Vitro)
Specifications:
- Plant Name: Staurogyne repens (In Vitro)
- Plant Type: Freshwater aquatic creeping stem plant
- Origin: South America
- Height: Approx. 5–10 cm
- Light Requirement: Medium lighting
- CO₂: Not required, but beneficial
- Placement: Foreground or midground
Overview:
Staurogyne repens is a popular and versatile aquarium plant valued for its compact growth, sturdy stems, and fresh green leaves. Supplied in an in-vitro cup, this plant is grown in sterile laboratory conditions, ensuring it is free from pests, algae, and snails.
Its low, bushy growth habit makes it ideal for creating structured foreground or midground layouts. When trimmed regularly, Staurogyne repens forms dense, carpet-like groupings that blend naturally with both hardscape and taller plants.
Care and Growth:
This plant grows well under medium lighting and adapts easily to a range of aquarium setups, including low-tech tanks. While CO₂ injection is not essential, supplementation can encourage more compact growth and faster spreading. A nutrient-rich substrate and regular fertilisation support healthy development.
Propagation is simple: trim healthy stems and replant the cuttings into the substrate. Frequent pruning helps maintain a neat, low profile and promotes bushier growth.
Key Features:
- Compact, bushy plant with fresh green leaves
- Ideal for foreground or midground placement
- In vitro grown—free from pests, algae, and snails
- Suitable for low-tech and high-tech aquariums
- Easy to shape and maintain with trimming
- Easy propagation via stem cuttings
Plant only. Aquarium and accessories not included.
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