{"product_id":"hygrophila-ringens-angustifolia","title":"Hygrophila ringens 'Angustifolia'","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eHygrophila ringens\u003c\/i\u003e 'Angustifolia' (frequently recognized in the hobby as \u003ci\u003eHygrophila corymbosa\u003c\/i\u003e 'Angustifolia' or narrow-leaf hygrophila) is a remarkably graceful, fast-growing stem plant that produces long, slender, bright green leaves. It adds height, texture, and a natural tropical look to the midground or background of freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShort Description \u0026amp; Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fdcc2c860bc982c7-123\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-548\"\u003eBrought to aquatic hobbyists for its robust resilience and striking vertical growth, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-548\"\u003eHygrophila ringens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-548 citation-end-548\"\u003e 'Angustifolia' features elongated, lance-shaped leaves arranged densely along upright stems.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Because of its vigorous growth rate, it acts as a phenomenal biological nutrient extractor that helps naturally suppress algae. Its forgiving nature and adaptability to a wide span of water conditions make it an exceptional, stress-free choice for beginner aquarists looking to establish a lush, planted ecosystem. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Product Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003eHygrophila ringens\u003c\/i\u003e 'Angustifolia'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStem Plant (Background \/ Midground)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginner Friendly \/ Hardier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting Demand\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCO2 Requirement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow to Medium (Optional but accelerates growth)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater Temperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e68°F–86°F (20°C–30°C)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003epH Range\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6.0–8.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetailed Beginner Care Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fdcc2c860bc982c7-124\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Planting \u0026amp; Placement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fdcc2c860bc982c7-124\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-547 citation-end-547\"\u003eWhen you receive your stems, gently separate them and remove any lower leaves from the bottom inch of each stem.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Using aquascaping tweezers, push each individual stem about 2 to 3 centimeters deep into your aquarium substrate, leaving a space of roughly 3 to 5 centimeters between stems to allow adequate light penetration. Due to its height potential (20 to 50+ cm), it is best positioned along the midground backdrop or background walls of the aquarium. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fdcc2c860bc982c7-125\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Lighting \u0026amp; Nutrient Requirements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fdcc2c860bc982c7-125\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-546\"\u003eWhile \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-546\"\u003eHygrophila ringens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-546 citation-end-546\"\u003e 'Angustifolia' can survive in lower-light setups, it thrives and presents its best compact form under moderate to high lighting.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e As a fast grower, it heavily consumes nitrates, phosphates, and potassium from the water column. Pairing moderate lighting with a reliable all-in-one liquid fertilizer ensures rich, vibrant green coloration and prevents lower leaf drop. Supplemental CO2 injection is not strictly required, though it will dramatically speed up vertical expansion and lateral branching. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fdcc2c860bc982c7-126\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Maintenance \u0026amp; Propagation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_fdcc2c860bc982c7-126\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-545 citation-end-545\"\u003eRegular pruning is the secret to maintaining a dense, professional aquascape with this species.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Simply trim the top portion of the stems down to your preferred height using sharp aquarium scissors. \u003cspan class=\"citation-544 citation-end-544\"\u003eThe mother plant will respond by generating multiple side shoots from the cut nodes, transforming into a thick, bushy cluster.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Furthermore, you can take those trimmed stem tops and replant them straight back into the substrate; \u003cspan class=\"citation-543 citation-end-543\"\u003ethey will quickly root and develop into brand-new independent plants.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57050293535060,"sku":"ST010692","price":3.98,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1052\/5828\/7444\/files\/Hygrophilaringens_Angustifolia_5cmpotimage.jpg?v=1788804614","url":"https:\/\/www.tropicalmarineaquatic.com\/products\/hygrophila-ringens-angustifolia","provider":"Tropical Marine Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}