Bacopa Monnieri

Bacopa Monnieri – The Perfect Hardy Aquarium & Terrarium Plant

Bacopa Monnieri, also known as Moneywort or Water Hyssop, is a versatile, hardy aquatic plant that thrives in both aquariums and terrariums. This easy-to-grow stem plant features bright green, oval-shaped leaves and grows upright, making it an excellent choice for background or midground placement in aquascapes. Due to its medicinal properties, it is also widely used in herbal medicine.

Why Choose Bacopa Monnieri for Your Aquarium?

✔ Easy to Grow: Thrives in a wide range of water conditions.
✔ Hardy & Low-Maintenance: Tolerates low-tech setups without CO₂ injection.
✔ Versatile Use: Suitable for aquariums, paludariums, and terrariums.
✔ Unique Vertical Growth: Perfect for background aquascaping.
✔ Natural Water Purifier: Absorbs excess nutrients, reducing algae growth.

Bacopa Monnieri Growth & Care Requirements

🌡 Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 18-30°C (64-86°F)
• pH Level: 6.0-7.5
• Water Hardness: Soft to hard water

💡 Lighting Requirements:

• Low to High Light (Higher light encourages compact growth).

💨 CO2 & Fertilization:

• CO₂ is not necessary but promotes faster growth.
• Benefits from liquid fertilizers rich in micronutrients.

✂ Pruning & Propagation:

• Trim stems regularly to maintain a bushy look.
• Propagate easily by planting stem cuttings directly into the substrate.

How to Use Bacopa Monnieri in Aquascaping

🌿 Background Plant: Its tall, upright stems make it perfect for the back of the tank.
🌿 Terrarium & Paludarium Use: Grows emersed and submerged, making it a great plant for amphibians & reptiles.
🌿 Floating Plant Option: Can be left floating to provide shelter for fry and shrimp.

FAQs About Bacopa Monnieri

1. Does Bacopa Monnieri need CO2?

No, it grows well without CO₂, but CO₂ enhances its growth rate.

2. Can it grow above water?

Yes! It thrives emersed in paludariums, terrariums, and ponds.

3. Why are my Bacopa Monnieri leaves turning yellow?

It may be lacking nutrients like iron—use liquid fertilizer to maintain its lush green color.

4. How tall does it grow?

It can reach 30 cm (12 inches) or more, making it great for the aquarium background.