Bacopa Caroliniana Hardy and Fragrant Stem Plant

Bacopa Caroliniana is a popular and easy-to-care-for stem plant with thick, rounded green leaves and a slow to moderate growth rate. Native to the southern United States, this hardy aquatic plant is perfect for beginners and experienced aquascapers alike. Its light green color and compact structure make it a versatile choice for midground to background placement in freshwater aquariums.

Key Features:

• 🌿 Scientific Name: Bacopa caroliniana

• 📏 Growth Height: 20–40 cm (8–16 inches)

• 💡 Lighting Requirements: Low to High (color intensifies under higher light)

• 💧 CO₂ Requirement: Not necessary, but enhances growth

• 🌡️ Temperature Range: 20–28°C (68–82°F)

• ⚙️ Placement: Midground to Background

• 🐟 Great For: Beginners, low-tech tanks, natural-style layouts

Care Notes:

This plant thrives in a wide range of conditions and can be grown submerged or emersed. Under strong lighting, the tips of the leaves may turn a bronze or reddish hue. Bacopa Caroliniana also gives off a pleasant lemony scent when handled or trimmed. It can be propagated easily by cutting and replanting healthy stems.

Why Choose Bacopa Caroliniana?

• Incredibly hardy and beginner-friendly

• Adds gentle green tones and soft texture to aquascapes

• Fragrant when trimmed – a unique feature

• Great for filling in spaces or creating a natural look