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Wisteria (Hygrophila difformis)
Wisteria
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Please Note: Due to variations within species, your item may not look identical to the image provided. Approximate size range may also vary between individual specimen.
Wisteria (Hygrophila difformis)
Additional locales and sizes may be available!
Additional locales and sizes may be available!

Quick Stats

Care Level Easy
Water Conditions 74-82° F, KH 3-8, pH 6.5-7.5
Max. Size 1' 8"
Family Acanthaceae
Lighting Moderate
Supplements Trace Elements, CO2 Fertilization, Iron-Rich Fertilizer, Substrate Fertilizer
Placement Background
Propagation Cuttings
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Care Level Easy
Water Conditions 74-82° F, KH 3-8, pH 6.5-7.5
Max. Size 1' 8"
Family Acanthaceae
Lighting Moderate
Supplements Trace Elements, CO2 Fertilization, Iron-Rich Fertilizer, Substrate Fertilizer
Placement Background
Propagation Cuttings
What do these Quick Stats mean? Click here for more information

Overview

The Wisteria, also known as the Water Wisteria, is an undemanding, extremely attractive aquarium plant. The lace-like leaves vary in appearance under different conditions. If the water is colder, they will be small, and lobed in appearance, instead of pinnate. If insufficient light is provided, they will only be slightly pinnate.

The Wisteria is an excellent plant for the new aquarist or for the newly set-up aquarium. It requires a nutrient-rich substrate, with iron-rich fertilizer added regularly. Provide a moderate amount of lighting of at least 2 to 3 watts per gallon of full spectrum (5000-7000K) light. CO2 fertilization is also recommended.

For Wisteria to thrive, the water should be kept between 74°-82°F, with an alkalinity of 3 to 8 dKH and a pH of 6.5-7.5. To propagate, plant cuttings that have been removed from the healthy mature plant. Simply remove any leaves from the bottom 1" to 2" of the stem, and new root growth will form from the last node on the stem.

Please Note: As its scientific name suggests (Hygrophila difformis) the shape and form of Wisteria's leaves differ greatly depending on light and aquarium conditions. When your plant order arrives, it will appear different than its mature form.

Approximate Shipping Size: Potted 5" to 7" Bunch 7 " to 8"

Customer Testimonials

Andy Tri Cedar , MN





Wisteria is one of the best beginner plants out there. If breeding livebearers is for you, try a few bunches of this in your tank.
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