Styrogyne repen T/C Cup

Styrogene repen T/C Cup

Common Name: S. Repens

Description:
Staurogyne Repens, often referred to as S. Repens, is a stunning low-growing aquatic plant native to South America. Known for its small, spade-shaped leaves and light green color, it thrives in compact growth, making it an excellent choice for foreground or midground plantings. With proper lighting and nutrient supplementation, S. Repens can form a lush, thick mat of green foliage. Each stem typically grows only a few inches in height, giving it a neat, bushy appearance.

Due to its adaptability, Staurogyne Repens can be grown in both submerged and emersed conditions. However, it is essential to allow sufficient time for the plant to transition between these environments. Under ideal conditions with high lighting and CO2 injection, S. Repens grows quickly and will need regular trimming to maintain its bushy shape. If the plant's growth becomes vertical with thin, weak stems or if the leaves start to yellow, this could indicate a lack of light or essential nutrients.

Care & Growing Requirements:
S. Repens is considered a moderately challenging plant to care for, requiring medium to high light and CO2 injection to ensure proper growth. It thrives in slightly acidic to neutral water conditions (pH 6-7.5). While the plant has a moderate to fast growth rate, maintaining ideal water parameters and nutrient levels is crucial to avoid issues like melt or rot. Regular trimming of stems helps control growth and maintain the desired appearance.

Propagation:
Propagation of Staurogyne Repens is straightforward, achieved by cutting the stem and replanting it in the substrate. With proper care, the new shoots will develop into healthy plants, allowing you to expand your aquascape.

Notes:

• S. Repens is commonly used for creating dense, vibrant coverage in aquariums, especially in foreground and midground areas.
• It can be grown both submerged and emersed, but be mindful of the time needed for the plant to adjust when transitioning between environments.
• Tissue culture plants, like those in the T/C cup, are grown in vitro, ensuring they are free from pests, making them an excellent choice for keeping your aquarium pest-free.
• Before planting, be sure to remove the tissue culture gel by rinsing the plant thoroughly or gently squeezing the gel off.
• Avoid making drastic changes to aquarium conditions, as unstable water parameters can lead to plant stress, including melting or rotting.
• CO2 injection and quality substrate will significantly improve growth rates and overall plant health.

Plant Specifications:

• Family Name: Acanthaceae
• Origin: South America
• Height: 1-3 inches
• pH: 6-7.5
• Care: Medium to Difficult
• Light: Medium to High
• CO2: Required
• Propagation: Cut stem and replant
• Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast