🌿 Bacopa caroliniana

( Lemon Bacopa)

Scientific name: Bacopa caroliniana

Description

Bacopa caroliniana, commonly known as Lemon Bacopa, is a hardy freshwater stem plant admired for its thick, rounded green leaves and subtle lemon-like fragrance when the leaves are gently crushed. Under strong lighting, the foliage may develop attractive bronze or reddish tones, making it a versatile choice for planted aquariums and aquascaping.

Key Points

• Thick, rounded green leaves
• May develop bronze or reddish tones under strong light
• Hardy and easy to maintain
• Suitable for midground and background planting
• Easy to trim and propagate

Care

💡 Low to high lighting
💧 Suitable for freshwater aquariums
🌱 Plant stems in nutrient-rich substrate
🌿 CO₂ supplementation is optional but encourages faster, healthier growth
✂️ Trim regularly to encourage dense, bushy growth
🌡 Prefers water temperatures of 20–28°C

Size

📏 Plant height: 20–50 cm (excluding pot)

Perfect for:

🐠 Freshwater aquariums • 🌿 Aquascaping • 🌱 Midground and background planting • 🦐 Shrimp aquariums • 💧 Nature-style aquariums

Important Note

📌 Strong lighting may enhance bronze or reddish coloration in the leaves.
📌 Leaf size, color, and growth rate may vary depending on lighting, nutrients, CO₂ levels, and water conditions.
📌 As a live aquatic plant, appearance may vary naturally between batches.

📸 Images are for illustrative purposes only. Actual plant appearance, size, and color may vary depending on season and growth conditions.