🌿 All About Bacopa salzmannii 'Purple' – Growow TC Plant

Bacopa salzmannii ‘Purple’ is a rare and eye-catching aquarium stem plant prized for its deep purple to wine-red hues under optimal conditions. It's perfect for aquascapers looking to introduce rich, contrasting colors to their planted tanks.

🔍 Quick Facts

• Scientific Name: Bacopa salzmannii

• Common Name: Bacopa Purple

• Origin: South America (mainly Brazil)

• Type: Stem plant

• Placement: Midground or Background

• Form: Growow Tissue Culture (TC) – sterile & safe

🌱 Appearance & Growth

• Color: Green to deep purple/maroon (with high light & CO₂)

• Leaf Shape: Small, rounded to oval; arranged oppositely on the stem

• Height: 20–35 cm

• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

• Texture: Smooth and soft

💧 Tank Requirements

• Lighting: Medium to High (High light brings out purple tones)

• CO₂ Injection: Strongly recommended for best coloration

• Substrate: Nutrient-rich helps root growth

• Water Parameters:

  • Temperature: 22–28°C

  • pH: 5.5–7.0

  • Hardness: Soft to moderate

🌟 Growow TC Benefits

• Pest & algae-free tissue culture

• Ideal for shrimp and sensitive tanks

• Clean, disease-free start

• Easier propagation in clean environment

✂️ Care & Maintenance

• Trimming: Top regularly to promote bushy, compact growth

• Replanting: Trimmed tops can be replanted easily

• Fertilization: Needs macro + micro nutrients for lush color

• Spacing: 2–3 cm between stems for dense growth

🐠 Aquascaping Tips

• Stunning in Dutch-style layouts due to its bold color

• Use as a color anchor in contrast with green and yellow plants

• Great for color layering in the background

✅ Why Choose Bacopa salzmannii 'Purple'?

• Offers intense purple/magenta coloration under right care

• Easy-to-grow yet exotic looking

• Thrives in well-lit, CO₂-injected setups

• Adds premium value to any planted aquarium

💡 Pro Tip: Color fades to green in low light or without CO₂. Ensure strong light and steady nutrient dosing (especially iron) to maintain its signature purple hue.