Hygrophila Cherry Leaf Corymbosa Live Aquatic Plant

Hygrophila Cherry Leaf is an attractive freshwater aquarium plant known for its vibrant reddish-pink to cherry-toned leaves under good lighting. It is a fast-growing stem plant that adds colour contrast and movement to planted aquariums, making it ideal for midground or background placement.

This plant is hardy and adaptable, making it suitable for beginners while still offering visual appeal for advanced aquascapes. With proper lighting and nutrients, its colour intensifies, creating a striking focal point among green plants.

Size Guide: Minimum of 3 stem per bunch sold.

Key Features

Reddish-pink to cherry-coloured foliage

Fast-growing stem plant

Ideal for midground or background placement

Suitable for beginner and advanced aquariums

Helps absorb excess nutrients and reduce algae

Easily propagated by cuttings

Plant Characteristics

Scientific Name: Hygrophila polysperma ‘Cherry’

Common Name: Hygrophila Cherry Leaf

Growth Rate: Fast

Height: 20–40 cm

Placement: Midground to background

Lighting Requirements: Moderate to high

CO₂: Optional (enhances colour and growth)

Difficulty Level: Easy

Aquarium Requirements

Water Temperature: 22–28°C

pH Range: 6.0–7.5

Water Hardness: 3–15 dGH

Substrate: Standard aquarium substrate; nutrient supplementation recommended

Filtration: Moderate

Compatibility: Safe with most community fish

Special Notes

Higher lighting increases red and cherry coloration

Regular trimming encourages bushier growth

Can grow rapidly and may require maintenance

Colour may fade under low light or poor nutrition

Please note that this plant is sold as a bunch, size of the bunch will vary dependent on season/time of year.

Photo for illustration purposes only, but very similar in size and style