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Limnophila aromatica is a striking and fragrant stem plant originating from Southeast Asia, admired in aquascaping for its vibrant coloration and fine-textured leaves. Known for its intense pink to purple hues under strong lighting, this species adds vivid contrast and vertical interest to planted tanks—particularly in Dutch-style and high-energy layouts.
Scientific Name: Limnophila aromatica
Family: Plantaginaceae
Origin: Southeast Asia (commonly found in rice fields of Cambodia and Vietnam)
Height: 30 – 50+ cm
Light Requirements: High
CO₂ Requirements: Medium to High
Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast
Difficulty Level: Moderate
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Widely distributed in tropical Asia, Limnophila aromatica is also known as marsh weed and is used not only in aquascaping but also as a culinary herb—especially in Vietnamese and Cambodian cuisine. It naturally grows in flooded fields and wetlands, where it thrives in nutrient-rich conditions.
In the aquarium, this plant displays narrow, needle-like leaves with intense coloration ranging from green at the base to vivid pink, reddish-purple, or even magenta at the top, especially under high light and CO₂ injection. Its coloration makes it highly sought after for creating contrast against green or red plants in the background or midground.
Though not difficult to grow, it does best in stable, well-fertilized tanks with strong lighting and good CO₂ levels. In lower-energy tanks, it may grow green and slower with less vibrant tones. Regular trimming encourages bushier growth and propagation is easy via stem cuttings.
Limnophila aromatica is a stunning choice for aquarists looking to add a splash of colour and texture, with its vertical growth and radiant hues making it a showpiece in any planted layout.
