Limnophila Aromatica

Scientific Name: Limnophila aromatica

Common Name: Rice Paddy Herb

Origin: Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia)

Height: 20 – 40 cm (8 – 16 inches)

• Can grow taller under high light and CO₂ conditions.

pH: 5.5 – 7.5

Care: Moderate to Advanced

• Requires stable water parameters, strong lighting, and nutrient-rich substrate for optimal growth.

Light: High

• Intense lighting brings out its striking reddish-purple coloration.

CO₂: Highly Recommended

• Enhances color and growth; necessary for compact, lush growth.

Propagation: Stem cuttings

• Cut healthy stems and replant in the substrate.

Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast

• With high light and CO₂, it grows quickly and requires regular trimming.