Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during active growth. Avoid allowing the soil to dry out completely. Water thoroughly when the top centimeter of soil feels dry to the touch.

Reduce watering slightly in cooler periods, but never let the plant desiccate.

Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Trim back leggy stems to just above a leaf node. Remove any dead, damaged, or yellowing leaves promptly.

Light pruning can be done anytime, while more significant shaping is best in spring.

Hygrophila abyssinica can be easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take cuttings of about 10-15 cm length, remove lower leaves, and plant them in moist potting mix or water. Roots typically form within a few weeks.

Repot every 1-2 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is one size larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix.

The best time to repot is in early spring, just before the start of the active growing season.