What are the ideal growing conditions for Brazilian Pennywort?
Brazilian Pennywort thrives in shallow, still or slow-moving water or in waterlogged soil. It prefers full sun to partial shade.
Brazilian Pennywort (Hydrocotyle leucocephala) is a vigorous aquatic and marginal plant with round, glossy green leaves, ideal for ponds, water gardens, and terrariums.
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Sunlight
Bright, Indirect Light
Watering
Keep Consistently Moist
Soil
Any aquatic substrate, rich soil
Temperature
Moderate to Warm
Fertilizer
Light Feeder
Bright, Indirect Light
Tolerates partial shade but thrives in bright, indirect light. Can handle some direct morning sun.
Keep Consistently Moist
Prefers wet soil or submerged conditions. Avoid drying out.
Any aquatic substrate, rich soil
Moderate to Warm
Prefers temperatures between 18-27°C (65-80°F). Avoid prolonged exposure to temperatures below 10°C (50°F).
Light Feeder
Use a diluted balanced liquid fertilizer sparingly during the growing season if substrate is nutrient-poor.
Plant Type
Aquatic
Plant Category
Ornamental
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
0.05-0.1 m
Spread
0.3-1 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
Small
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
None