Hygrophila sp. Chai is a rare pink aquatic plant! Known for its vibrant pink hue, its color comes from a rare mutation of the standard Hygrophila araguaia. Unlike other aquatic stem plants, Chai exhibits creeping growth that can slowly create bushy horizontal coverage in planted aquariums. Its leaves are slender and spindly, giving it a delicate appearance that looks great in colorful tanks.

It is considered an advanced plant due to its sensitivity. For best success rates, it should be planted in mature tanks with stable parameters, high light, CO2 injection and a quality source of nutrients. Give this plant time to establish a healthy root system and good growth before attempting to propagate. Once mature, it can be propagated like other stem plants via trimmings. If you’re a pink plant lover and have a good understanding of balance in a planted tank, give this one a try!