Description
Hemigraphis Sp Pink is an aquatic/terrarium plant characterized by its vibrant pink and green, crinkled leaves that add colour to aquascapes and terrariums. It’s a low-maintenance plant with low to moderate lighting needs, but high light intensity promotes more vibrant colours.
Plant Characteristics
Appearance:
Features striking pink leaves with green edges, creating a unique and eye-catching contrast.
Growth Habit:
It has a low-growing and compact habit, making it suitable for foreground or midground placement in aquascapes and terrariums.
Growth Rate:
Grows slowly, requiring minimal pruning and offering a manageable size for smaller tanks and terrariums.
Hardiness:
Considered an easy-to-care-for plant, it is hardy and tolerant of a variety of water parameters and conditions.
Care Requirements
Lighting: Prefers moderate to high lighting to maintain its vivid pink coloration; full-spectrum aquarium lighting is best. However, dim light will cause the purple colour to fade.
Temperature: Thrives in a range of 18 to 28°C (64 to 82°F).
pH: Tolerant of a pH range of 6 to 8, with slight fluctuations being acceptable. .
Fertilizer: Requires minimal fertilization; a substrate with nutrient-rich soil or occasional fertilization with iron can help maintain vibrant colours.
Usage
Terrariums:
Primarily used as a terrarium plant due to its small structure and slow growth pattern.
Aquariums:
Can be used as a decorative plant in aquariums, though it only lasts for a few months submerged. It is often featured in aqua scaping for its vibrant colour.
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