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Hygrophila sp 'Araguaia'
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Hardiness: Moderate
Light Needs: High
Plant Structure: Stem
Family: Acanthaceae
Genus: Hygrophila
Region: South America
Location: Araguia river
Size: stem width 3 inches
Growth Rate: Moderate
Can Be Grown Emersed: Yes
“Araguaia” is a river system in Brazil and it is under this name that the plant has become known. There are many signs, however, that the plant is a Hygrophila lancea from Japan and Hong Kong. The stem becomes 10-20 cm tall and 6-15 cm wide. It has compact, tight-sitting leaves and grows branches easily. Pinching of the stems maintains a bushy look. The plant is reddish brown to purple in colour and is promoted by good growth conditions. The growth rate is average for a Hygrophila