Wistera - hygrophila difformis (live aquarium plant)
Water Wisteria (hygrophila difformis) is a hardy plant for beginners and experts alike. It grows best in a nutrient rich substrate (use root tabs or a plant rich substrate), only moderate lighting and a steady water flow.
This Plant
Origin: Indian Sub Continent.
pH: 6.5 to 7.5
Growth: Fast
Height: 20 cm - 40 cm
Width: 15 cm - 20 cm
Light demands: Moderate
Other: A rich nutrient substrates aids good growth. If planted in a newly established aquarium add Root Tabs or a Plant Substrate.
Carefully remove the plant from its packaging. The plant may be planted in the aquarium as a bunch otherwise remove the retainer carefully from the roots. Plant the root system into the substrate. The root stem should not be covered fully by the substrate (gravel/fertiliser) or it will rot.
Alternatives
We always have a large stock of plants but if any of your chosen plants are out of stock we will provide a suitable substitute unless otherwise instructed on your order.