Bacopa salzmanni 'Purple'

 

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Bacopa Salzmannii 'Purple' is a stunning aquatic plant that adds an exotic touch with its vibrant purple and green tones. Ideal for aquascapers, this plant is a favorite for creating striking color contrasts in the aquarium. Native to South American wetlands, it thrives in medium to high lighting, which intensifies its purple hues, making it an excellent midground or background choice.

This hardy plant is relatively low maintenance, suited to aquarists of all levels. For best results, provide nutrient-rich substrate, regular fertilization, and consider CO₂ addition to maximize growth and color vibrancy. Its moderate growth rate allows for easy shaping, and simple stem cuttings make propagation straightforward.

Key Benefits

  • Unique Purple Coloration: Adds a bold, exotic color to aquascapes, making it a visually striking choice.
  • Versatile Planting Options: Ideal for midground or background placement, creating depth and contrast.
  • Easy Propagation: Propagate by stem cuttings to grow more plants easily.
  • Low to Moderate Maintenance: Suitable for hobbyists of all levels, thriving under medium to high lighting.

Bacopa Salzmannii 'Purple' is a must-have for aquascapers seeking bold, eye-catching designs. It’s a versatile plant that transforms any aquascape into a vibrant, colorful display.

 

 

 

Plant info

Origin:South America
Country or continent where a plant is the most common. Cultivars arise or are bred in cultivation.
Growth rate:Medium
Growth rate of the plant compared to other aquatic plants.
Height:15 - 30+
Average height (cm) of the plant after two months in the tank.
Light demand:Medium
The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0,5 W/L.
CO2 :Medium
A medium need in CO2 is 6-14 mg/L. A high demand in CO2 is approx. 15-25 mg/L.