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Limnophila Vietnam
Limnophila sp. 'Vietnam'
Also known as Vietnam Limnophila
Plantae›Tracheophyta›Magnoliopsida›Lamiales›Plantaginaceae
📍 Southeast Asia (Vietnam)
Vietnamese variety with feathery whorled leaves that develop reddish-purple tones. Fast-growing background plant with great colour.
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Compatible Livestock
Will not damage plant tissue and help control algae on leaves
Peaceful algae grazers that won't uproot or consume healthy plant matter
Small, gentle fish that appreciate dense plant cover without damaging stems
Algae-eating fish that respect live plants and provide bioload for nutrient uptake
Excellent companion plant with similar care requirements and growth rates
Complementary foreground plant that creates layered aquascaping with this background species
Common Diseases
Nutrient Deficiency
Yellowing leaves, stunted growth, pale coloration, loss of red pigmentation
Increase fertilizer dosing, ensure adequate macro and micronutrients, add liquid all-in-one fertilizer 2-3 times weekly
Algae Overgrowth
Green or brown algae coating stems and leaves, reduced light penetration, plant appears smothered
Reduce lighting duration to 8-10 hours daily, increase water changes, add algae-eating shrimp or fish, improve water circulation
Melting
Leaves become translucent, mushy stems, rapid tissue breakdown after planting
Ensure stable water parameters, gradually acclimate plant to new conditions, trim affected portions, maintain consistent temperature and CO2
Slow Growth
Minimal new leaf development, pale coloration, weak stems
Increase CO2 injection, boost lighting to medium-high levels, enhance fertilizer regimen, verify water temperature is 24-28°C
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Quick Facts
- co2
- recommended
- lighting
- medium-high
- placement
- background
- difficulty
- medium
- growthRate
- fast
Water it likes
- ph
- 6.0–7.5
- hardness
- 1–10 dGH
- temperature
- 72–82°F (22–28°C)
Legality
No state or federal restrictions on record for this species.
Not legal advice, and possibly incomplete or out of date. Rules vary by state and locality and change over time — always confirm the current regulations with your state wildlife or agriculture agency before buying, keeping, or shipping this species.