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Hydrocotyle tripartita
Hydrocotyle tripartita
Care profile for Hydrocotyle tripartita: medium light, low CO₂, intermediate difficulty.
Care Parameters
Light
Medium
CO₂
Low
Growth
Fast
Difficulty
Intermediate
Placement
Foreground
Temperature
20–26°C
pH
6–7.5
Propagation
Stem cuttings; clover-like leaves creep along the substrate.
Suitable Equipment
4
Common Problems
3B
Black Beard Algae (BBA)
A stubborn, dark algae that grows in tufts on plants, decorations, and equipment. Often indicates fluctuating CO₂ levels. Removed by spot-treating with hydrogen peroxide.
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Staghorn Algae
Grey-green branching tufts shaped like antlers on plant tips and filter outlets.
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Hair Algae
Long green strands coat plants, hardscape and glass. Common in young or bright tanks.
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