Pennywort [Hydrocotyle sp]

🌿 Pennywort (Hydrocotyle sp.)

Introduce a touch of elegance to your aquarium with the Pennywort, a versatile aquatic plant known for its distinctive coin-shaped leaves and adaptability. Ideal for both beginners and seasoned aquarists, this plant enhances the visual appeal of any freshwater setup while providing functional benefits to the aquatic environment.​

🔍 Key Features

• Unique Appearance: Features round, vibrant green leaves resembling small coins, adding a unique aesthetic to your tank.

• Versatile Growth: Can be planted in the substrate or left to float, offering flexibility in aquascape design.

• Easy Maintenance: Requires minimal care, making it suitable for aquarists of all experience levels.

• Rapid Propagation: Spreads quickly through runners, allowing for easy coverage and propagation.

• Habitat Enhancement: Provides excellent shelter and breeding grounds for small fish and invertebrates.​Florida Aquascaping

📐 Specifications

• Scientific Name: Hydrocotyle sp.

• Common Name: Pennywort

• Care Level: Easy

• Lighting Requirement: Medium to High

• CO₂ Requirement: Optional

• Growth Rate: Medium

• Placement: Foreground to Midground

• Maximum Height: 4+ inches (10+ cm)

• Water Temperature: 70–82°F (21–28°C)

• pH Range: 6.5–7.5

• Propagation Method: Runners​WikipediaN.C. Extension Gardener Toolbox+12Wikipedia+12The Shrimp Farm+12Wikipedia+10Aqua Fish+10Florida Aquascaping+10Wikipedia+2N.C. Extension Gardener Toolbox+2Wikipedia+2Gardenia+6Wikipedia+6Wikipedia+6

🌱 Planting & Care Tips

• Substrate: Utilize a nutrient-rich substrate to support healthy growth.

• Planting: Space individual plants about an inch apart to encourage horizontal spread.

• Lighting: Provide moderate to high-intensity lighting to promote dense foliage.

• Fertilization: Supplement with liquid fertilizers to supply essential nutrients.

• Maintenance: Regular trimming helps maintain the desired shape and prevents overgrowth.​

💡 Aquascaping Inspiration

The Pennywort is an excellent choice for creating a natural-looking foreground or midground in your aquarium. Its bright green hue and unique leaf shape complement a variety of aquascaping styles, from minimalist designs to intricate layouts. Whether you’re aiming for a serene meadow aesthetic or a vibrant underwater landscape, this plant adds a touch of elegance and realism to your aquatic environment.