Hydrocotyle Tripartita

🌿 Hydrocotyle tripartita – Lush Green Carpeting with Clover-Like Charm

Hydrocotyle tripartita, also known as Hydrocotyle ‘Japan’, is a striking, fast-growing foreground plant loved for its dense, bright green foliage and unique clover-like leaves. This low-growing species creeps along the substrate, forming vibrant carpets that bring natural texture and movement to planted aquariums.

Ideal for high-energy aquascapes, this plant thrives under strong lighting and CO₂ supplementation. Its delicate structure and quick spreading habit make it a favorite for aquascapers crafting nature-style or Iwagumi layouts. When trimmed regularly, it maintains a compact and bushy appearance.

🌿 Key Features:

• Botanical Name: Hydrocotyle tripartita

• Common Name: Hydrocotyle ‘Japan’

• Growth Form: Creeping, low-growing

• Leaf Shape: Distinctive clover or shamrock-shaped foliage

• Lighting Needs: Moderate to high

• CO₂ Requirements: Benefits greatly from CO₂ injection

🌱 Optimal Growing Conditions:

• Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C)

• pH Range: 6.0–7.5

• Placement: Foreground or midground

• Growth Speed: Fast with CO₂ and ample lighting

🎯 Aquascaping Benefits:

• Excellent for carpeting or wrapping around rocks and driftwood

• Contrasts beautifully with fine-leaved or red plants

• Adds lively texture and visual depth to nature-style layouts

📦 What You’ll Receive:

Choose the format that suits your aquascaping needs:

• Fresh-Cut Plants: Loose, freshly cut portion without root, ready to be planted or attached

• Bunched Plants: Fresh-cut stems without root bundled with foam and plant weight for easy anchoring

• Potted Plants: Fresh-cut stems without root potted in rockwool and net pot for stable placement and easy handling

⚠️ Disclaimer:
As live plants, appearance may vary slightly. Fresh-cut and bunched plants may not have established roots but will develop quickly under stable aquarium conditions.

⚠️ State Restrictions Notice ♻️ Be a Responsible Aquatic Plants Owner
Please check local regulations before introducing any plants to outdoor ponds or waterways. Never release aquarium plants into natural habitats.