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Limnophila aromatica

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Limnophila aromatica is a beautiful and unique addition to aquascapes, known for its delicate fern-like leaves and subtle aroma. Native to Southeast Asia, this stem plant grows upright and bushy, creating a natural backdrop that enhances both depth and texture in planted tanks. Its soft green foliage develops striking reddish-pink tips under high light conditions, offering aquascapers a vibrant color accent that elevates the visual appeal of their aquarium.

What sets Limnophila aromatica apart from many other aquarium plants is its aromatic foliage, which releases a pleasant scent when touched or trimmed. This feature, combined with its graceful texture and coloration, makes it a favorite among aquascapers who want both beauty and a sensory element in their aquarium designs.

Key Features:

  • Delicate fern-like leaves with fine texture
  • Aromatic foliage releases pleasant scent when trimmed
  • Develops striking reddish-pink tips under high light
  • Upright, bushy growth pattern
  • Ideal for midground to background placement
  • Adds both visual and sensory appeal to aquascapes

Care Requirements:

  • Light: Medium to High
  • CO₂: Recommended for optimal growth and color
  • Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast
  • Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
  • Placement: Midground to Background

Aquascaping Applications:

Limnophila aromatica excels as a midground to background plant, creating natural depth and texture. Plant in groups of 5-10 stems for maximum visual impact. Under high lighting and CO₂, the reddish-pink tips become more pronounced, creating beautiful color accents. Regular trimming not only maintains shape but also releases the plant's pleasant aroma. Perfect for aquascapers seeking unique plants with both aesthetic and sensory appeal.

Portion Size: 3-5 stems

Note: As a living plant, Limnophila aromatica requires separate handling and shipping considerations. Please review our shipping policy for plant-specific delivery information.

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All live plants are shipped express via Australia Post to ensure they arrive fresh and healthy, even if you select standard shipping at checkout.

Other products ship via Australia Post or Sendle. Note: Sendle may experience occasional delays.

Typical delivery: WA 1-2 days | Interstate 2-4 days
Dispatch: 1-2 business days

Questions? accounts@schoolofscape.com.au

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FAQs

Most stem plants come in bunches of 4-6 stems. Thicker-stemmed species typically come in portions of 2-3 stems. Mosses and some carpet plants are supplied as 5x5cm portions. Exact portion details are listed in the product description for each plant.

All live plants are shipped express via Australia Post to ensure they arrive fresh and healthy. We carefully package plants to protect them during transit, even if you select standard shipping at checkout

We guarantee your plants will arrive healthy. If they don't, contact us within 24 hours of delivery with photos, and we'll replace or refund them. See our Refund Policy for details.

CO2 requirements vary by species. Check the Care Information tab for this specific plant. Many of our plants can thrive without CO2, though growth may be slower.

Most of our aquarium plants are grown submerged (underwater), which means they adapt faster to your tank and are less likely to melt. This gives you stronger roots and instant success. The exception is our terrarium plants, which are grown emersed (above water)

Due to the perishable nature of live plants, we cannot accept change-of-mind returns once dispatched. However, our 24-hour arrival guarantee covers any plants that arrive in poor condition.

Orders typically dispatch within 1-2 business days. Delivery times are 1-2 days for WA and 2-4 days for interstate. All plants ship express for freshness.