Hygrophila ‘Araguaia’ is a vibrant, fast-growing stem plant prized for its lush green foliage and compact growth. It’s an excellent choice for midground to background planting in freshwater planted aquariums, adding depth, texture, and a full, natural look to Aquascaping layouts of any size.
✓ Fast-growing, easy-care stem plant Ideal for beginners and experienced aquarists who want quick coverage and healthy greenery.
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See Hygrophila ‘Araguaia’ growing in a planted aquarium to get a real sense of density, leaf shape, and placement.
Fast growthBeginner-friendlyMidgroundBackgroundLow–Medium light
Lighting: Low to Medium
CO₂: Optional
Growth Rate: Fast
Placement: Midground to Background
Regular trimming encourages lateral branching and keeps growth compact and bushy.
Fast growth: pushes new shoots quickly under low to medium lighting.
Compact, bushy structure: ideal for midground or background planting.
Easy to propagate: trim top shoots and replant to increase density.
Adaptable: thrives in a wide range of water conditions without CO₂.
Fish- and shrimp-safe: provides shelter and grazing surfaces.
Care Guidelines
Lighting: Low to medium
CO₂: Optional
Growth Rate: Fast
Placement: Midground to background
Maintenance: Trim regularly to prevent overgrowth
Why Choose Hygrophila ‘Araguaia’?
Excellent choice for new aquarists
Fills space quickly for faster Aquascaping results
Creates lush green contrast with hardscape and darker plants
Offers natural refuge for shrimp and small fish
Like many stem plants, Hygrophila ‘Araguaia’ responds best to regular trimming and routine maintenance to keep growth vigorous and prevent overcrowding.
Available at Aquascaperoom Canada — premium aquarium plants shipped across Canada.
