{"product_id":"brazilian-pennywort","title":"Brazilian Pennywort","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBrazilian Pennywort – A Charming and Versatile Aquarium Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrazilian Pennywort (\u003cem\u003eHydrocotyle leucocephala\u003c\/em\u003e) is a delightful and easy-to-grow aquarium plant beloved for its distinctive round, lily-pad-like leaves and cheerful, bright green color. Native to South America, this fast-growing stem plant is incredibly versatile — it can be planted in substrate, trained along the surface, or left floating to create a stunning natural canopy. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned aquascaper, Brazilian Pennywort is a joy to keep and a beautiful addition to any freshwater tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Aquarists Love Brazilian Pennywort\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique round leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e – Distinctive circular foliage adds a charming, whimsical look unlike most stem plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncredibly versatile\u003c\/strong\u003e – Can be planted, floated, or trained along the surface for different aquascape effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast grower\u003c\/strong\u003e – Rapidly fills out your tank and helps outcompete algae by absorbing excess nutrients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeginner-friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e – Tolerates a wide range of water conditions with minimal care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFish and shrimp friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides excellent surface cover, shade, and hiding spots for fry and shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy propagation\u003c\/strong\u003e – Simply trim and replant or float cuttings to multiply your plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to high – adapts well to most lighting; brighter light encourages faster, more compact growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required – grows well without CO₂ injection, making it ideal for low-tech tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Liquid fertilizer beneficial for lush, vibrant growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68–82°F (20–28°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTank size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for tanks 10 gallons and larger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let Brazilian Pennywort float at the surface for the most dramatic effect — it grows rapidly into a lush green canopy that diffuses light beautifully and provides excellent cover for shy fish and breeding pairs. It's also one of the best plants for fry tanks, offering natural hiding spots that dramatically improve fry survival rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach Brazilian Pennywort is sold as a healthy stem cutting, ready to be planted or floated in your aquarium. Watch it spread across your tank in a matter of weeks, creating a lush, natural look with minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fish-World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51042200780836,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0751\/9551\/4916\/files\/20260709_221556.jpg?v=1783655114","url":"https:\/\/fish-world.us\/products\/brazilian-pennywort","provider":"Fish-World","version":"1.0","type":"link"}