Pennywort (Hydrocotyle leucocep)

Hydrocotyle leucocephala is a popular aquarium name that is often sold under the common name of Brazilian Pennywort.  Hydrocotyle leucocephala makes an excellent background plant and provides a unique texture with many large round green leaves.  Brazilian Pennywort can tolerate a wide range of lighting conditions, and does very well even without supplemental CO2, making it a good choice for all levels of aquarium keepers.  It is particulary good in fry tanks, where the fine roots give excellent cover for baby fish. Common Name:     Brazilian pennywort Family Name:          Apiaceae Native To:                South America Lighting:                  Low - medium Requirements:          Undemanding Growth Form:           Spreading Growth Rate:            Fast Placement in Tank:   Can be used in many places if kept trimmed.  Also works well floating BEFORE YOU ORDER! Please visit our "Plant Shipping and FAQs" before submitting your order. This page will explain how and when your plants will be shipped and what they will look like when you receive them while also answering some of the most common questions we receive.