Thick round-leaf stem plant that is slow and sturdy; a good beginner background plant.

• Scientific name: Bacopa caroliniana
• Height: about 30 cm
• Temperature: 22–28 °C
• Water: pH 6.0–7.5
• Minimum tank size: 40 litres
• Lighting: medium
• CO₂: optional, improves growth
• Care level: easy
• Supplied as: stem bunch

Rinse before planting. Keep plants moist until they go into the tank; do not let rhizomes or moss dry out.