{"product_id":"hygrophila-sunset","title":"Hygrophila Sunset","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"367\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"49\"\u003eHygrophila ‘Sunset’\u003c\/strong\u003e (often sold as \u003cem data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"101\"\u003eHygrophila polysperma ‘Rosanervig’\u003c\/em\u003e) is a striking and fast-growing stem plant known for its unique \u003cstrong data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"202\"\u003epink veins and variegated leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e. Native to Asia, this cultivated variety has become very popular in planted aquariums because it adds bright color without requiring extremely demanding conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"674\"\u003eThe leaves are typically light green to yellowish with \u003cstrong data-start=\"424\" data-end=\"458\"\u003edistinct pink to reddish veins\u003c\/strong\u003e, and under stronger lighting the plant can develop soft pink hues across the entire leaf. When grown in groups, Hygrophila Sunset creates a vibrant, bushy cluster that contrasts beautifully with darker green plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"679\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"702\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"898\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"779\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"779\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"705\" data-end=\"718\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to High (stronger light enhances pink coloration)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"809\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"809\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"798\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–28 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"829\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"829\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"812\" data-end=\"819\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"855\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"855\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"848\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"856\" data-end=\"898\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"898\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"872\"\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground to Background\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"900\" data-end=\"903\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"929\"\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eLike many Hygrophila species, this plant grows quickly and responds well to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1027\"\u003efrequent trimming\u003c\/strong\u003e. Cutting the stems encourages branching, creating a thicker and fuller plant group. Trimmed tops can simply be replanted in the substrate to propagate new plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eWhile it can grow in lower-tech aquariums, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003egood lighting and nutrients\u003c\/strong\u003e will greatly improve coloration. CO₂ is optional but can help produce faster growth and brighter colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003eAquascaping Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003eHygrophila Sunset is great for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003eAdding pink and variegated tones\u003c\/strong\u003e to planted aquariums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003eMidground or background color contrast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1541\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003eFast-growing plant mass for nutrient control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003eFilling in aquascapes quickly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1776\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1634\" data-end=\"1776\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eA colorful, fast-growing stem plant prized for its distinctive pink-veined leaves that add vibrant contrast to freshwater planted aquariums.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47958592749790,"sku":null,"price":14.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo.png?v=1741200651","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/hygrophila-sunset","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}