Water
Maintain consistently moist to submerged conditions. Water changes should be regular but not drastic to avoid shocking the plant.
Also known as Ambulia · India Marshweed · Indian Marshweed
Limnophila indica is an aquatic plant native to Asia, often used in aquariums for its decorative foliage and ability to oxygenate water.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light.
100% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight to prevent algae.
Keep submerged and consistently moist.
100% intensity
Regular water changes are beneficial.
Nutrient-rich substrate or sand. Can be planted directly in aquarium substrate.
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures.
100% intensity
Ideal range is 20-28°C.
Aquatic, Indoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Light feeding required.
100% intensity
Use balanced liquid fertilizer sparingly.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Maintain consistently moist to submerged conditions. Water changes should be regular but not drastic to avoid shocking the plant.
Trim stems to maintain desired shape and density. Pruning encourages bushier growth. Remove any decaying or yellowing leaves promptly.
Easily propagated by stem cuttings. Simply cut a healthy stem and replant it in the substrate or allow it to float.
Not typically repotted as it is an aquatic plant. If grown emersed, repot into a larger container with fresh aquatic soil when root-bound.
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Where Limnophila Indica (Limnophila indica) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Limnophila |
| Species | Limnophila indica |
Similar in genus Limnophila
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