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Bacopa Japan
Bacopa sp. 'Japan'
Plantae›Tracheophyta›Magnoliopsida›Lamiales›Plantaginaceae
📍 Captive-bred (hybrid)
Fine-leaved Japanese Bacopa with small, paired leaves. Grows more delicately than common Bacopa. Nice midground texture.
Tank Mates
Shrimp graze on algae without damaging delicate leaves and benefit from plant cover
Small, gentle algae eaters that won't uproot or damage fine-leaved plants
Peaceful schooling fish that provide movement without disturbing plant structure
Complementary foreground plant that creates layered aquascape with similar care requirements
Hardy companion plant with contrasting leaf shape and texture for visual diversity
Larger shrimp that efficiently controls algae without harming delicate plant tissues
Common Diseases
Nutrient Deficiency
Yellowing leaves, stunted growth, pale coloration, leaf holes or transparent patches
Increase fertilizer dosing frequency and ensure macro/micronutrient balance; test water parameters and adjust lighting if needed
Algae Overgrowth
Green or brown algae coating leaves, reduced light penetration, plant growth slowdown
Reduce lighting duration to 6-8 hours daily, increase water changes, add algae-eating shrimp or fish, and manually remove affected leaves
Melting
Rapid leaf dissolution, mushy stems, plant deterioration within days
Improve water quality with frequent partial changes, ensure stable temperature (23-28°C), increase CO2 if available, and trim affected portions
Root Rot
Blackened or mushy roots, foul odor from substrate, plant instability and poor growth
Improve substrate drainage and water circulation, reduce organic waste buildup, perform larger water changes, and replant in fresh substrate if severe
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Quick Facts
- co2
- optional
- lighting
- low-medium
- placement
- midground
- difficulty
- easy
- growthRate
- moderate