Species Name: Staurogyne Repens

Common name(s):  S. Repens 

Defining Characteristics: 

• Vivid green leaves help brighten any aquascape
• Forms thick compact bush of foliage
• Low growing carpet plant

Tank Position: Foreground 

Growing Conditions: Emersed and Submerged

Temperature requirement: 68-86°F

Lighting:   Shade    Moderate     Bright 

Water pH: 6.0 - 7.5

CO2 Requirements:    Low    Moderate     High 

Growth rate: Slow

Height: 1-3”

Origin: South America; Brazil 

Regional locality: Found in the Brazillian Amazon basin in hot, humid conditions under the forest canopy. 

USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 - 6 

Suggested Vivarium/ Animal Terrarium Use:

Care Notes: Vertical growing thin stalks are an indication of lack of lighting while yellowing leaves can mean nutrition deficiency.  Thin leaves can also hint at a lack of Co2. This plant can grow quickly and require regular trimming when kept under proper conditions.

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Shipping Notes: 

• LIVE ARRIVAL GUARANTEE (when your temps are above 20°F and below 85°F)
• Gently RINSE out the gel/TRIM to needed size/PLANT in your tank
• Comes in a 2”- 3” SEALED cup