{"product_id":"pennywort-hydrocotyle-leucocephala","title":"Pennywort (Hydrocotyle)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHydrocotyle leucocephala\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as Brazilian Pennywort, is one of the most versatile and visually striking stem plants in the aquascaping hobby. With its distinctive round, coin-shaped leaves and vigorous, adaptable growth, Pennywort brings a lush, layered quality to any planted aquarium. Whether trained as a mid-ground accent, allowed to float freely across the surface, or guided up the background, it adapts effortlessly to the aquarist's vision — making it an ideal choice for beginners and experienced aquascapers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePortion Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 stem bunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive round, coin-shaped leaves with a bright, vibrant green colouration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely adaptable — can be grown as a stem, floater, or surface plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing and forgiving — ideal for beginners and high-demand tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent natural nitrate and nutrient export, supporting water quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates lush, layered mid-ground and background structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe for shrimp, fish, and all aquarium inhabitants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to High\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Required (benefits from supplementation)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–28°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquascaping Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePennywort is a remarkably flexible aquascaping plant suited to a wide range of layout styles. Planted as a stem in the mid-ground or background, it creates a lush, cascading wall of round leaves that softens hardscape and adds organic movement to the composition. Allowed to float, it provides natural surface cover that diffuses light beautifully and offers refuge for fry and surface-dwelling species. Its rapid growth also makes it an excellent companion plant for new setups, helping to outcompete algae during the critical cycling phase while the aquascape establishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo encourage compact, bushy growth, trim the tops regularly and replant the cuttings — Pennywort propagates effortlessly and will quickly fill in gaps throughout the layout. For a dramatic floating canopy effect, simply allow trimmed stems to drift freely at the surface and watch them develop into a dense, coin-leaf ceiling above your aquascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a living plant, Pennywort requires separate handling and shipping considerations. Please review our shipping policy for plant-specific delivery information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"School Of Scape","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53836720144698,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/1003\/5770\/files\/5a18ebfe-930c-4c62-9abe-155637009294.png?v=1785815533","url":"https:\/\/schoolofscape.com.au\/products\/pennywort-hydrocotyle-leucocephala","provider":"School Of Scape","version":"1.0","type":"link"}