Limnophila Aromatica

Limnophila Aromatica is rated as a high-light plant. High light usually means a strong planted-tank fixture, and at that intensity the plant also needs steady CO2 and regular fertilizer, otherwise the extra light mostly grows algae. CO2 is recommended for it, and its care difficulty is listed as intermediate.

CO2 is recommended for Limnophila Aromatica. It can get by without injection, but growth and leaf form are better with a steady CO2 supply. It is a high-light plant. For nutrients: plant in nutrient-rich aquasoil with root tabs. Liquid fertilizer dosed weekly. Keep light, CO2 and fertilizer in balance, because raising one without the others is the most common cause of algae in planted tanks.

Cut healthy stems and replant. Some species split rhizomes. When dividing a rhizome, keep several healthy leaves on each piece and plant or attach it so the rhizome itself is not buried in the substrate. New growth comes in fastest when the tank matches its needs: high light, with CO2 recommended.

It can be, with some planted-tank experience: Limnophila Aromatica is listed at intermediate difficulty. It needs high light, CO2 is recommended, and for nutrients: plant in nutrient-rich aquasoil with root tabs. Liquid fertilizer dosed weekly. Stable light, nutrients and water changes matter more than any single product. Check these needs against your current setup before buying.