New tank fighting algae, or a background that needs filling in a hurry? Water Wisteria is the fix. It grows fast enough to outcompete algae for nutrients, needs no CO₂, and its lace-like foliage fills a background in weeks rather than months.
What You’ll Receive
Fresh, healthy Hygrophila Difformis (Water Wisteria) cultivated and prepared by Aquarium Plants Factory®, available in convenient planting formats:
- Fresh Cut Plants: Approximately 4+ loose, fresh-cut stems without roots.
- Fresh Cut Bunched: Approximately 4+ stems bundled with foam and a plant weight for easy placement.
- Fresh Cut Potted: About 4+ stems potted securely in a net pot with rockwool for stability and easy planting.
Plant Profile
- Common name — Water Wisteria
- Scientific name — Hygrophila difformis
- Also known as — Synnema triflorum (older name)
- Origin — Southeast Asia
- Placement — Midground to background
- Shipped size — Approx. 4+ fresh-cut stems, roughly 4-8 in
- Mature height — 10–20 in
- Suits — 10 gallons and up
- Growth rate — Fast
Care
- Difficulty — Beginner. One of the most forgiving stem plants sold
- Light — Low to medium is plenty; stronger light gives denser growth
- CO₂ — Not required! It grows quickly in a low-tech tank regardless
- Water — 68–82°F · pH 6.0–7.5
- Substrate — Required. Root and water column feeder
- Growth habit — Amphibious. Also grows emersed
- Propagation — Cuttings — trim and replant stem tops
Grower’s Notes
- Leaf shape changes with conditions, and it is not a fault. Emersed and low-light growth is broad and rounded; strong submersed light produces the fine lace-like leaves people buy it for. The plant you receive will not look like the plant you grow.
- Its speed is the point. In a newly cycled tank it soaks up ammonia and nitrate faster than algae can, which is why it is the classic new-tank plant.
- Trim it weekly once established, or it reaches the surface and shades everything beneath. Replant the tops — they root in days.
- Expect the first leaves to be discarded. Stems arrive grown emersed and drop that foliage as they convert; the fine submersed leaves follow within a fortnight.
- Also available as the variegated form, and as sterile Water Wisteria Vitro Culture.
Notes
- Photos are for reference; leaf shape and size vary considerably with lighting and growing conditions. Minor melt during acclimation is normal.
- Never release aquarium plants into natural waterways.
At a glance
- Free shipping on orders of $150 or more (after discounts) within the contiguous United States, by USPS.
- Free thermal protection is included with every shipment, all year round.
- Processing: most orders leave us within 1 to 2 business days. Tracking is emailed when your order ships.
- USPS (2 to 5 business days) ships Monday through Saturday.
- UPS 2nd Day Air® ships Monday through Wednesday. Order by Tuesday at 6:00 AM Pacific Time for same-week delivery.
- UPS Next Day Air® ships Monday through Thursday. Order by Wednesday at 6:00 AM Pacific Time for same-week delivery.
- Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands and military addresses ship by USPS at a flat rate shown at checkout.
- Weather holds: during extreme heat or cold we may hold live orders until it's safe to ship.
- We ship within the United States only.
Please bring live plants indoors and unpack them the day they arrive. Every live order is covered by our 24-Hour Live Arrival Guarantee.
The complete rules, including lost packages and address issues, are in our Shipping Policy. If anything conflicts, that policy applies.
Every live order is backed by our 24-Hour Live Arrival Guarantee. If a plant arrives dead, we'll make it right.
How it works
- Tell us within 24 hours of the delivery time on your tracking.
- Send photos of the affected items in their original, unopened packaging, plus a photo of the shipping label, to hello@aquariumplantsfactory.com with your order number.
- We'll make it right with a replacement, store credit or refund for the affected item.
Good to know
- Some melting or yellowing as plants adjust from greenhouse to aquarium life is normal. They regrow from healthy roots and rhizomes.
- Please bring your package indoors and unpack it the day it arrives.
- Free promotional items and shipping charges are not covered.
The complete rules, including what's covered and what voids the guarantee, are in our Returns, Refunds & Live Arrival Guarantee. If anything conflicts, that policy applies.
Please review your state's regulations on restricted plants, as we are committed to not shipping plants that are restricted in your area. Do not release any plants into the wild or waterways, as this can harm local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.
Your cooperation in protecting the environment is appreciated. For continuously updated information, refer to the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.
Thank you for your responsible commitment to environmental preservation.
Customers praised this aquatic plant for "explosive growth" and ease of care. Most found fish love hiding among the stems and appreciated the "healthy, lush" appearance. However, some noted receiving fewer stems than expected (3 vs 4+). While the quality and packaging were consistently excellent, one customer reported unwanted snails and poor customer service response.
- Explosive growth & very easy to grow.
- Impressed with the quality and size of the plants.
- Exceptionally healthy, lush water wisteria. Thick, hardy stems on all plants.
J
Ordered these from Aquariumplantsfactory a couple of years back & was more than satisfied with the results. Explosive growth & very easy to grow.
M
I bought to set up a 20 tall. Very good size and number of stems. I was able to use in one of 10 gallons as I had extra.
J
Plants arrived quickly and in very healthy condition. Placed them in my new 30 gallon tank to be cycled. They have already begun to root and remain green. Will definitely order from this company again.
J
This plant reminds me of cilantro for some reason. My fish loves to hide in this plant and sleep on the leaves. I see him mostly chilling on this plant.
G
My Hygrophila Difformis aka Water Wisteria is planted around the driftwood in the center of my tank. All the plants in my 55g tank are from Aquarium Plants Factory and as you can see, they've all grown SO much since I received them! (For reference, I don't use CO2 and they've still done extremely well!) And maybe I lucked out, but all the plants were/are snail free!
L
I received a generous portion of what turned out to be some very healthy wisteria stems. I have planted some, and tied some to suction cups to float and provide some shade to my anubias. I have nothing but great things to say about my experience with this company. Anyone who has ever ordered plants or livestock online knows that there is always a big possibility for issues. The plants were nice and healthy to begin with and great care was taken to package and ship them. I haven't seen a single hitch hiker on any of my plants and they are all settling in nicely. I will be a returning customer for sure. Had there been an issue, I have a feeling that it would have been resolved immediately.
D
Fish love this plant. I have the stems in groups of two or three separated a little bit in the from corner of my tank. When the fish swim and hide among the stems, it's nice I can see all the action. Nice green addition to the tank.
M
Not as impressive as the other plants I got from them.
Ordered 1 bunch of these. It only had 3 stems. I was expecting more as the title says 4+.
They were in good shape and about 6” tall.
J
Great plant i love it
R
This was my first order with APF; but not my last. I was impressed with the quality and size of the plants. The packaging was just as impressive - no shortcuts taken. If you are looking at this post; stop, and place your order because you won't be disappointed.
S
Did not get as many stalks as shown in the picture but was very pleased with the condition and packaging. I plan on ordering more soon.
S
Everything arrived so nicely and looked just like what I was expecting!
E
Hygrophila Difformis
J
Super healthy fast delivery
C
Doing well.
J
So far so good
A
Terrible
R
They looked great when I got them. Now they won't stop growing! Got some bonus variegated ones too. Great plant.
B
All stem arrived super healthy. I got the buy 2 get 1 deal. And wow! I got a load of stems. Plenty to really fill in the background of my tank.
R
It was an awesome experience, plants came quick and in great shape.
Already setting up my next order
D
Easy plant and adds nice greenery to my tank
H
High quality, fast shipping and stems were much longer than expected.
D
I absolutely love this plant...the plants were very healthy when they arrived and in much better shape than I had anticipated. I would recommend this product and this site for plant purchases.
C
Arrived very healthy and appropriately packaged
A
Fast shipping, healthy plants! Will be doing business in the future. Thank you!
L
Received very generous amount of exceptionally healthy, lush water wisteria. Thick, hardy stems on all plants. Extremely satisfied with the plants I received.
b
I bought three bunches of the water wisteria, and planted them in eco complete. I had a hard time getting them to stay planted because the substrate is slow light. I gave up trying to keep them down, so any that have popped up are left floating while they grow roots. I've seen at least a couple of fry hiding for safety in both the planted and floating ww.
m
My plants had snails and now so does my tank. Contacted customer service with no response
S
This is my second time buying plans from them very happy with it, very good quality and will be ordering again.
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