Bacopa Monnieri

🌿 Plant Profile

• Scientific Name: Bacopa monnieri

• Common Name: Brahmi, Water Hyssop

• Origin: Native to India, Southeast Asia, and other tropical regions of the world

• Height: 10–30 cm (4–12 inches)

• pH: 6.0 – 7.5

• Care: Easy; suitable for beginners

• Light: Moderate to high

• CO₂: Not required; optional CO₂ can encourage faster growth

• Propagation: Cuttings — simply trim the plant and replant the stems

• Growth Rate: Moderate

🌱 Care Notes

• Appearance: Bacopa monnieri has small, round to oval-shaped, light green leaves, and produces tiny white or light purple flowers when mature.

• Placement: Best used in the midground or background in aquariums due to its potential height.

• Algae Control: Needs good light conditions for healthy growth. Too much shading may cause the plant to grow leggy.

• Fertilization: Regular fertilization helps maintain healthy growth, especially with root tabs or liquid fertilizers.

• Water Conditions: Prefers warm water temperatures between 22–28°C (72–82°F) and can tolerate a variety of water conditions.