Pennywort (Hydrocotyle leucocephala)

Key Points

• Extremely fast-growing
• Can be grown floating or planted
• Excellent for nutrient absorption (helps prevent algae)
• Great cover for shrimp and fry
• Very beginner-friendly

Care Requirements (condensed)

• Lighting: Low–High
• CO₂: Not required
• Growth Rate: Very fast
• Placement: Floating, midground, or background
• Nutrients: Benefits from liquid fertilizers

Planting / Use Options

• Planted: Stick stems into substrate
• Floating: Let it grow at the surface (very popular)
• Trailing: Allow to climb hardscape or driftwood

Growth Behavior

• Sends out long horizontal runners
• Leaves grow larger when floating
• Requires regular trimming to control spread