Hydrocotyle tripartita

Hydrocotyle tripartita

Specifications:

• Plant Name: Hydrocotyle tripartita
• Plant Type: Freshwater aquatic creeping plant
• Origin: Asia
• Height: Approx. 3–10 cm
• Light Requirement: Medium to high lighting
• CO₂: Not required, but beneficial
• Placement: Foreground or midground

Overview:

Hydrocotyle tripartita is a popular and highly decorative aquarium plant known for its small, clover-like leaves and fast, creeping growth habit. Its bright green colour and dynamic form add freshness and movement to planted aquariums.

This plant spreads horizontally across the substrate and can also be trained to climb over rocks and driftwood, making it extremely versatile for creative aquascaping. It is especially well suited to nature-style and Iwagumi layouts.

Care and Growth:

Hydrocotyle tripartita grows best under medium to high lighting and responds well to regular trimming. While CO₂ injection is not essential, supplementation encourages faster growth, smaller leaves, and a denser appearance. Regular liquid fertilisation supports healthy, vibrant foliage.

Propagation is very easy: trim creeping runners or stems and replant them where desired. Frequent pruning helps maintain a compact, low-growing form and prevents the plant from becoming too leggy.

Key Features:

• Bright green, clover-like leaves with a creeping growth habit
• Fast-growing and highly versatile plant
• Ideal for foreground, midground, or hardscape coverage
• Medium to high light preferred for compact growth
• Responds well to trimming and shaping
• Easy propagation via runners and cuttings

Plant only. Aquarium and accessories not included.