Bacopa monnieri, also known as Moneywort, Waterhyssop, Water hyssop, Brahmi, or Thyme-leafed Gratiola, is a classic and versatile aquarium plant celebrated worldwide for its rich history, easy care, and adaptability. With smooth, rounded green leaves and upright stems, it brings a fresh and vibrant look to aquascapes while also being widely used in herbal traditions.
Compared to Bacopa monnieri 'Serrata', which features more distinct serrated leaves for a textured appearance, the common Bacopa monnieri has smoother, rounded foliage, giving a softer and more uniform look in aquariums. Many aquarists choose to use both varieties together for a balanced contrast of leaf shapes and textures.
🌟 Key Features:
Scientific Name: Bacopa monnieri
Common Names: Moneywort, Waterhyssop, Water hyssop, Brahmi, Thyme-leafed Gratiola
Leaf Shape: Smooth and rounded, in contrast to the serrated foliage of Bacopa monnieri 'Serrata'
Lighting Needs: Low to medium; tolerant and beginner-friendly
CO₂ & Fertilizers: Optional, but will improve growth rate and coloration
Growth Method: Stem plant, grows upright and bushy with regular trimming
Nutrient Substrate: Not required, can grow in sand or gravel if stems are planted properly
Can Be Grown Emersed: Yes, commonly seen in marshes and wetlands in its emersed form
🖼️ Aquascaping Benefits:
Creates lush mid-ground or background clusters with ease
Perfect for low-tech and high-tech setups, making it a reliable choice for beginners and experts
Works beautifully in contrast with Bacopa monnieri 'Serrata', highlighting the difference between smooth and serrated leaves
Provides excellent oxygenation and cover for small fish and shrimp
📦 What You’ll Receive:
Choose from our selection of fresh-cut aquarium plants, available in three convenient formats to suit your needs:
Loose Fresh-Cut Plants: Includes approximately 6 stems of loose, fresh-cut plants without roots.
Bunched Plants: Approximately 6 fresh-cut plants without roots, bundled with foam and a plant weight.
Potted Plants: About 6 fresh-cut plants without roots, potted in a net pot with rock wool.
⚠️ Disclaimer:
Bacopa monnieri ships in its emersed form with green leaves. Some leaf melting or adjustment may occur when transitioning to fully submerged growth, but new aquatic growth will quickly appear under proper conditions.
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Certain aquatic plants may be restricted or regulated in some U.S. states. Always check your local and state regulations before purchasing or introducing plants into natural waterways. Never release aquarium plants into the wild.
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Even though our plants are very clean, but we can't guarantee they will be 100% pest-free because we cannot be responsible for your aquarium. Please use it at your own risk. We recommended all customers rinse the plants with clean water and quarantine them before use.
However, plants in tissue culture will be 100% free from pests, algae and never have been contacting with any aquarium.
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