Limnophila Aromatica 'Hybrid Purple'

Plant Profile

• Scientific Name: Limnophila aromatica 'Hybrid Purple'
• Common Name: Purple Aromatica
• Origin: Cultivar (hybridized from Limnophila aromatica, native to Southeast Asia and Vietnam)
• Height: 20–40 cm (8–16 inches)
• pH: 5.5–7.0 (prefers slightly acidic, soft water)
• Care: Moderate – not difficult but needs good light and nutrients for best color
• Light: High – essential for deep purple coloration and compact growth
• CO₂: Required – CO₂ injection strongly recommended for healthy growth and vibrant color
• Propagation: Stem cuttings – top or side shoots can be replanted
• Growth Rate: Moderate

• Additional Notes:

  • Known for its striking purple hues, especially on the undersides of leaves and growing tips.
  • Adds dramatic color contrast to midground or background areas in high-tech aquascapes.
  • Strong lighting and iron-rich fertilization enhance purple tones.
  • Aromatic when grown emersed (used traditionally in Vietnamese cuisine as "ngò om").
  • Requires regular trimming to prevent legginess and maintain bushy form.