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Staurogyne Repens
Staurogyne Repens
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Staurogyne Repens
Description:
Staurogyne repens is a hardy and compact freshwater aquarium plant known for its bright green, oval-shaped leaves and bushy growth pattern. It is ideal for creating lush foreground to midground coverage in aquascapes and is well-suited to a variety of tank conditions, making it a favorite for both beginners and experienced hobbyists.
Key Features:
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Compact, bright green leaves for a dense, bushy appearance
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Suitable for foreground to midground placement
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Moderate growth rate under medium lighting
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Thrives without CO₂ supplementation; CO₂ promotes faster, fuller growth
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Excellent choice for low to medium-tech planted aquariums
Care Requirements:
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Lighting: Medium
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Placement: Foreground to midground
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Growth Rate: Moderate
Care Tips:
Plant individual stems or small clusters in nutrient-rich substrate, leaving space for horizontal spreading. Trim regularly to encourage compact, bushy growth and prevent shading of lower leaves. Staurogyne repens adapts well to a range of water conditions and provides excellent contrast and texture in aquascape layouts.
