Hygrophila sp. Araguaia

Hygrophila sp. 'Araguaia'

Plantae›Tracheophyta›Magnoliopsida›Lamiales›Acanthaceae

📍 South America

Compact Hygrophila with narrow, pointed leaves. Reddish-brown under high light. Stays smaller than most Hygrophilas — great for nano tanks.

Tank Mates

Amano Shrimp

Beneficial algae grazers that won't damage plant tissue; help maintain tank cleanliness

excellent

Red Cherry Shrimp

Small, peaceful shrimp that graze algae without harming plants; add visual interest

excellent

Ember Tetra

Peaceful nano fish that school nicely in planted tanks without uprooting or damaging plants

good

Anubias Nana

Excellent companion plant with similar care requirements; creates layered aquascape

excellent

Java Moss

Low-light tolerant moss that complements Hygrophila in midground plantings

excellent

Common Diseases

Nutrient Deficiency

Symptoms

Yellowing leaves, stunted growth, pale coloration, loss of reddish tones under high light

Treatment

Increase fertilizer dosing (macro and micronutrients), ensure adequate CO2, and verify lighting is medium-high; perform 25% water changes weekly

Algae Overgrowth

Symptoms

Green or brown algae coating leaves, reduced photosynthesis, plant decline

Treatment

Reduce lighting duration to 8-10 hours daily, increase water changes, add algae-eating shrimp or fish, and ensure CO2 levels support plant growth over algae

Melting (Leaf Decay)

Symptoms

Leaves becoming translucent, mushy stems, rapid tissue breakdown after planting

Treatment

Ensure stable water parameters (pH 6.0-7.5, temp 23-28°C), provide adequate lighting and CO2, and trim affected portions; plant may recover within 2-3 weeks

Slow Growth

Symptoms

Minimal new leaf development, compact form becomes even more stunted, pale leaves

Treatment

Increase light intensity to medium-high (8-10 hours daily), boost CO2 injection, and supplement with all-in-one fertilizer; growth should improve within 2-3 weeks