Hygrophila odora 1-2-Grow!

Origin: West Africa
Usage: Midground
CO2: High
Light: Medium – High
Care: Hard
Growth Form: Stem
Growth Rate: Slow
Height: 4 – 8”
Width: 2 – 3”
Temp: 65 – 86F

Achieve stunning aquarium success with 1•2•Grow!—premium young plants cultivated in Tropica’s laboratory and guaranteed free from snails, algae, and pesticides, ensuring safety for sensitive shrimp and fish. These compact plants are ideal for small to medium aquariums, arriving ready to divide into portions for broader coverage. With proper CO2 and fertilizer, they deliver lush, dense growth, rewarding your patience with a vibrant aquascape. Choose 1•2•Grow! for clean, healthy, and hassle-free aquarium plants that elevate your aquatic environment.

How To Use:

1. Carefully take the plant out of the cup and thoroughly rinse off the growing media (agar) in a container of water.
2. Split the plant in 6-8 portions using your fingers or sharp scissors. Definitely use sharp scissors to separate any small foreground plants.
3. Plant the portions into the substrate using tweezers, then watch them grow!

Hygrophila odora is a rare and visually striking aquarium plant native to Western Africa, making it the first Hygrophila species endemic to Africa to enter the aquarium hobby. Previously known as Hygrophila sp. ‘Guinea’ or Hygrophila sp. ‘Afrika,’ this unique species was formally identified in 2009. In its submerged aquarium form, Hygrophila odora develops narrow, finely divided light green leaves on sturdy stems, creating an elegant, feathery appearance that adds movement and texture to planted aquariums. Its foliage is more slender than Hygrophila difformis and offers a refined, architectural look that stands out beautifully in the background of larger aquascapes.

Best suited for experienced aquarists, Hygrophila odora thrives under strong lighting, soft water conditions, and consistent CO₂ supplementation. A nutrient-rich environment with ample macro- and micronutrients, especially sufficient phosphate levels, supports healthy growth and prevents deficiencies. Warmer water temperatures above 26 °C (79 °F) further encourage robust development. Growth ranges from slow to moderately fast depending on conditions, and propagation is easily achieved through top or side cuttings. When provided with optimal care, Hygrophila odora becomes a dramatic and exotic statement plant, ideal for high-energy planted tanks and nature-style aquariums seeking something truly uncommon.