Limnophila heterophylla (Limnophila heterophylla) care guide

Group

Plants

Family

Plantaginaceae (plantain family)

Origin

Tropical Asia (genus range); exact range not given in our sources

Water

freshwater

Temperature

22–28°C

pH

5.5–7.5

Hardness

2–12 dGH

Care level

intermediate

Lighting

Medium to high light; CO2 helpful

Care

Limnophila heterophylla is named for its two leaf forms: finely divided whorls underwater and simple leaves above water. Its own Wikipedia page could not be read for this entry. Limnophila are herbs of marshes and shallow water across the tropics and subtropics of Africa, Asia, Australia and the Pacific. Submerged leaves are usually finely divided and in whorls, while leaves above water are simpler. Our sources do not describe its aquarium use in detail. Grow it like other Limnophila: groups of stems in the midground or background, good light, a fertile substrate and regular trimming. Water figures are our estimate, not from the sources. Sources: Wikipedia (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Limnophila(plant)); Wikipedia, List of freshwater aquarium plant species. Checked October 2026.

Breeding

Take top cuttings and replant them; trimmed stems branch from below.

Compatibility and tank mates

Fine-leaved stems trap debris and are grazed by goldfish, silver dollars and large cichlids. Shrimp, fry and small tetras and rasboras suit it well; avoid strong flow and heavy diggers.

Last updated 8 October 2026. Community-edited care guide on Aquatic-Auctions.