Pennisetum setaceum

Scientific name: Pennisetum setaceum
(Syn. Cenchrus setaceus)

Description

Fountain Grass is a graceful ornamental grass admired for its fine, arching green foliage and soft, feathery flower plumes that sway beautifully in the breeze. Its elegant fountain-like form adds texture, movement, and year-round interest, making it a popular choice for tropical gardens, contemporary landscapes, and mass planting.

Key Points

• Elegant fountain-shaped growth habit
• Soft, feathery flower plumes
• Fine, arching green foliage
• Low maintenance and drought-tolerant once established
• Excellent for tropical and modern landscape designs

Care

☀️ Full sun
💧 Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature
🌱 Well-drained, fertile soil
✂️ Trim old foliage in late winter or early spring to encourage fresh new growth
🌡 Thrives in warm tropical and subtropical climates

Size

📏 Plant height: 40 – 50 cm (excluding pot) (depending on age and growing conditions)

Perfect for:

🌾 Mass planting • 🌿 Garden borders • 🏡 Home landscapes • 🌴 Tropical gardens • ✨ Contemporary landscape designs

Important Note

📌 Flower plumes and foliage color may vary depending on the season and growing conditions.
📌 Plant size, flowering performance, and plume color may differ depending on climate and maintenance.

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

🌿 Water Pennywort

(Brazilian Pennywort)

Scientific name: Hydrocotyle leucocephala

Description

Water Pennywort is a fast-growing freshwater aquatic plant known for its bright green, round umbrella-shaped leaves and creeping stems. It can be planted in the substrate or allowed to float freely, making it a versatile choice for aquascaping, ponds, and nature-style aquariums.

Key Points

• Attractive round, bright green leaves
• Fast-growing and easy to maintain
• Can be planted or grown as a floating plant
• Excellent for aquascaping and natural aquariums
• Provides shelter for fish and shrimp

Care

💡 Low to moderate lighting
💧 Suitable for freshwater aquariums and ponds
🌱 Plant in nutrient-rich substrate or allow to float freely
🌿 CO₂ supplementation is optional but promotes faster growth
✂️ Trim regularly to maintain the desired shape
🌡 Prefers water temperatures of 20–28°C

Size

📏 Plant height: 10–20 cm

Perfect for:

🐠 Freshwater aquariums • 🌿 Aquascaping • 💧 Water gardens • 🦐 Shrimp aquariums • 🌱 Nature-style aquariums

Important Note

📌 Water Pennywort grows quickly and benefits from regular trimming.
📌 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.