Horizon Labs Staurogyne Repens 'In Vitro'

Common Name: Staurogyne repens (S. repens)
Family: Acanthaceae
Origin: Brazil
Type: Foreground/midground stem plant

Appearance:

• Compact, bright green leaves

• Low-growing, bushy form

• Spreads horizontally to form a dense carpet or small shrubs

Care Requirements:

• Light: Medium to high

• CO₂: Not required but improves growth and density

• Water: pH 6–7.5, soft to medium hardness

• Growth Rate: Moderate

• Placement: Foreground to midground

• Difficulty: Easy to moderate

Special Features:

• Excellent beginner-friendly carpeting plant

• Strong roots anchor well into substrate

• Great for nano tanks and nature-style aquascapes

Tips for Best Growth:

• Trim tops regularly to encourage bushy, horizontal growth

• Provide nutrient-rich substrate for healthy rooting

• CO₂ and good light increase vibrancy and thickness

Perfect For:

• Foreground carpets

• Easy, low-maintenance aquascapes

• Shrimp and community aquariums