1-2-Grow! Staurogyne repens is a compact, vibrant green aquarium plant prized for its low-growing, bushy appearance. It is an excellent choice for the foreground and lower midground, where its sturdy stems and fresh green leaves can create dense groups that transition beautifully between carpeting plants, rocks, and driftwood.
Unlike traditional carpeting plants that spread primarily as a flat lawn, Staurogyne repens develops a more substantial, shrub-like appearance. With regular trimming, it can be maintained as a compact foreground plant or allowed to develop into attractive clusters around hardscape.
Supplied as a 1-2-Grow! Tissue Culture, the plant is grown under sterile laboratory conditions and arrives free from algae, snails, and other unwanted aquarium pests.
Placement: Foreground to midground.
Lighting: Moderate lighting is recommended for healthy, compact growth.
COâ‚‚: Recommended for faster, denser growth but not strictly required.
Substrate: Benefits from a nutrient-rich planted aquarium substrate and regular fertilization.
Maintenance: Trim taller shoots periodically to encourage branching and maintain a dense, compact appearance.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Staurogyne repens |
| Format | 1-2-Grow! Tissue Culture |
| Origin | South America |
| Growth Rate | Slow to Moderate |
| Height | Approximately 5–10 cm (2–4") |
| Placement | Foreground / Midground |
| Lighting | Moderate |
| COâ‚‚ | Optional / Recommended |
| Propagation | Cuttings / Side Shoots |
| Difficulty | Easy |
Staurogyne repens is particularly useful for creating a natural transition between low carpeting plants and taller background vegetation. Plant small groups around the base of stones or driftwood to soften hardscape edges and create the appearance of mature vegetation growing naturally throughout the layout.
Available in Canada at Aquascaperoom — premium tissue culture aquarium plants and professional aquascaping supplies.
