Staurogyne Repense

Plant Profile: Staurogyne repens

• Scientific Name: Staurogyne repens
• Common Name: Staurogyne
• Origin: Brazil (Rio Cristalino in the Amazon)
• Height: 5 – 10 cm
• pH: 6.0 – 7.5
• Care: Easy to Moderate
• Light: Medium to High
• CO₂: Recommended for lush growth (but can survive without it)
• Propagation: Cuttings (trim stems and replant in substrate)
• Growth Rate: Moderate

Extra Notes:

• Appearance: Compact, bushy plant with bright green, slightly elongated leaves. Great for foreground to midground.
• Ideal For: Aquascapes and nano tanks due to its low, carpet-like growth.

• Tips: Regular trimming promotes bushier appearance. Root tabs help if grown in inert substrates.