Hygrophila polysperma ‘Rosanervig’ – Pink & White Variegated Aquarium Plant
Add a splash of colour to your planted aquarium with Hygrophila polysperma ‘Rosanervig’, a beautiful and easy-to-grow aquatic stem plant known for its distinctive white or pink leaf veins. Also sold under the trade names ‘Sunset’ and ‘Marmor’, this attractive variety is ideal for aquascaping enthusiasts who want to create colourful, natural-looking underwater landscapes.
Key Features
- Striking Leaf Colours: Features unique white or pink variegation along the leaf veins. With sufficiently strong lighting, the leaves may develop more intense pink shades.
- Easy to Grow: A hardy, undemanding aquarium plant suitable for beginners and experienced aquascapers.
- Adaptable to Water Conditions: Tolerates a wide range of water conditions, including relatively hard water, with a recommended pH range of 5–8.
- Flexible CO₂ Requirements: Can grow without additional CO₂ injection, although CO₂ supplementation and good nutrient availability encourage healthier, more vigorous growth.
- Ideal for Aquascaping: Perfect for creating attractive plant bushes in the midground or background of planted aquariums.
- Easy Propagation: Can be propagated by planting stem cuttings, allowing you to expand your aquarium plant collection.
Care and Maintenance
Hygrophila polysperma ‘Rosanervig’ is a fast-growing stem plant that performs well under moderate lighting and nutrient-rich conditions. For stronger pink coloration, provide more intense lighting while maintaining balanced nutrients. Regular trimming encourages bushier growth and helps maintain the desired shape in your aquascape.
Occasionally, some stems may lose their characteristic white or pink leaf patterns and revert to the appearance of regular Hygrophila polysperma. Remove these stems to help preserve the distinctive variegated appearance of the plant.
Hygrophila polysperma ‘Rosanervig’ Specifications
- Scientific Name: Hygrophila polysperma ‘Rosanervig’
- Family: Acanthaceae
- Plant Type: Aquatic stem plant
- Placement: Midground to background
- Growth Difficulty: Easy
- Typical Height: Approximately 10–25 cm (4–10 inches)
- Recommended pH: 5.0–8.0
- Temperature Range: 15–30°C
- Lighting: Moderate to high for stronger pink coloration
- CO₂ Requirement: Not essential, but beneficial for enhanced growth
- Propagation: Stem cuttings
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