



Hottonia palustris
Hottonia – Vibrant Green Elegance for Aquascapes
Hottonia, native to Asia and Europe, is an excellent choice for aquarists seeking a beginner-friendly, visually striking plant. Known for its fan-shaped, intensely light green leaves and gracefully curved shoots, this plant forms dense clusters that bring a lush, vibrant look to any aquarium. With stems reaching 4-6 cm in width and up to 30 cm in height, Hottonia adds dimension and contrast to aquascapes.
Its broad growth pattern makes it perfect for creating seamless transitions between low-lying and taller plants. Regular pruning encourages new growth from the base, maintaining its dense, bushy appearance and preventing overgrowth. The plant’s bright green coloration beautifully complements red plants, adding dynamic contrast and depth to the aquarium.
Key Benefits
- Dense, Bushy Growth: Fills spaces with vibrant clusters.
- Seamless Transitions: Ideal for blending plant heights.
- Beginner-Friendly: Easy to maintain and prune.
Hottonia is a versatile, low-maintenance plant that enhances the natural beauty of aquascapes with its vivid green tones and lush structure.

Plant Profile
Read about what makes the best conditions for your plant as well as giving you interesting information about where the plant is originally from.
Learn how to keep an aquariumHottonia
palustris
Primulaceae
Europe
Low-high
5-25°C
Medium
Middleground
up to 30 cm
5-8
Medium to hard
0-20 mg/l
Cuttings

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