Common Name: Water Hyssop, Moneywort
Moneywort is a popular back or mid-ground stem plant with pairs of light green leaves sprouting from base to tip. This potted format arrives already rooted in a small pot for easy, mess-free planting. Hardy and does not require CO2 injection, though it prefers a nutrient-rich environment, clean water, and moderate light on the lower stems.
| Skill Level |
Easy |
| CO2 |
Not Required |
| Requires Aqua Soil |
Not required, but recommended for a nutrient-rich environment |
| Type |
Stem |
| Max Height |
4-12" |
| Placement |
Background / Midground |
| Light Level |
Medium to High (approx. 40-80 PAR) |
| Origin |
Widespread |
| Other |
Family: Plantaginaceae. pH 6.0-7.5. Also available as a Bunch and Tissue Culture. Leaves are fragile — handle with care. |
Care & Planting: Remove from the pot and rinse away excess growing media before placing into your substrate.
A note on appearance: Many stem plants, including this one, are harvested in their above-water (emersed) form, and the photo may not reflect how it looks once fully adjusted to life underwater. Leaf shape and coloration commonly shift as the plant transitions to submersed growth — don't be surprised if new growth looks different from what arrived in your order. Give it a few weeks to acclimate before judging its final look.
