Description
The Bacopa Aqua plant usually refers to aquatic species of the Bacopa genus, which are popular in aquariums. One of the most common is Bacopa monnieri, also known as water hyssop, which is a hardy, easy-to-grow aquatic or semi-aquatic plant.
Here’s a quick rundown:
✅ Scientific name: Bacopa monnieri (or sometimes Bacopa caroliniana)
✅ Type: Aquatic/marginal plant
✅ Light: Moderate to high lighting helps it grow compact and healthy
✅ CO₂: Optional, but it will benefit from it for faster growth
✅ Growth rate: Medium
✅ Placement: Midground or background in aquascapes
✅ Propagation: By stem cuttings (simply snip a healthy stem and replant it)
✅ Special features: Bright green leaves, upright growth, tolerant of a wide range of water conditions
In the wild, Bacopa grows along marshes, ponds, and slow-moving waters, and is even used in traditional medicine (notably as “Brahmi” in Ayurveda).