Product Review
Hydrocotyle Tripartita, also known as Hydrocotyle Japan, is a fast-growing, creeping plant with small, clover-shaped leaves that add a unique texture to aquascapes. This tissue culture (TC) variant is pest-free, algae-free, and disease-free, ensuring a healthy start for planted tanks. It is highly versatile and can be used as a foreground carpet, midground bush, or even attached to driftwood and rocks. With high light and CO₂, it grows into a dense, lush mat.
Specifications
Scientific Name: Hydrocotyle Tripartita
Common Names: Hydrocotyle Japan, Tripartita Japan
Plant Type: Foreground/Midground Creeping Plant
Growth Rate: Fast
Height: 3-10 cm
Lighting Requirements: Medium to High
CO₂ Requirement: Moderate to High recommended for best growth
Water Conditions:
Temperature: 20°C – 28°C
pH Range: 5.5 – 7.5
Hardness: Soft to moderate
Substrate: Grows well on soil, driftwood, and rocks
Propagation: By runners spreading across the substrate
Key Points
Premium Tissue Culture Plant – 100% pest-free, algae-free, and healthy
Unique Clover-Like Leaves – Adds texture and contrast to aquascapes
Fast-Growing & Versatile – Can be used as carpet, bush, or epiphyte
Requires High Light & CO₂ for Compact Growth – Prevents leggy stems
Safe for Fish & Shrimp – Provides excellent hiding and grazing areas
Usage
Ideal for foreground carpeting in aquariums
Works as a midground bush for added depth
Can be attached to driftwood and rocks for a natural look
Enhances Nature-style and Iwagumi aquascapes
Great for shrimp tanks as a grazing surface
Usage Tips
Trim regularly to maintain a dense, compact shape
Use CO₂ and strong lighting for horizontal growth and better coverage
Ensure good water circulation to prevent algae buildup
Fertilize with liquid nutrients to keep leaves vibrant green
Avoid excessive shading to prevent vertical growth
Note
Grows taller in low light instead of spreading horizontally
May melt initially but recovers quickly under stable conditions
Can grow aggressively—requires trimming to prevent overgrowth