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| Scientific Name |
Heteranthera zosterifolia |
| Common Name |
Stargrass, Indian Stargrass |
| Origin |
Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay |
| Mature Height |
Tall |
| Coloration |
Light Green |
| Placement |
Back, ground cover |
| Growth Rate |
Very Fast |
| Lighting |
2.0 - 3.0 watts/gallon |
| Temperature |
68 - 82°F |
| pH |
6.0 - 8.0 |
| Hardness |
3 - 25 dGH |
| Propagation |
Side shoots and cuttings |
| Notes |
Can be trimmed and shaped, so while it will normally grow quite tall it can be made into a 'carpet' plant. |
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