TC-Hydrocotyle Tripartita | ADA IC014

Product Review

Hydrocotyle Tripartita, also known as Hydrocotyle Japan, is a fast-growing, creeping plant with small, clover-shaped leaves that add a unique texture to aquascapes. This tissue culture (TC) variant is pest-free, algae-free, and disease-free, ensuring a healthy start for planted tanks. It is highly versatile and can be used as a foreground carpet, midground bush, or even attached to driftwood and rocks. With high light and CO₂, it grows into a dense, lush mat.

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Hydrocotyle Tripartita
• Common Names: Hydrocotyle Japan, Tripartita Japan
• Plant Type: Foreground/Midground Creeping Plant
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Height: 3-10 cm
• Lighting Requirements: Medium to High
• CO₂ Requirement: Moderate to High recommended for best growth
• Water Conditions:
  • Temperature: 20°C – 28°C
  • pH Range: 5.5 – 7.5
  • Hardness: Soft to moderate
• Substrate: Grows well on soil, driftwood, and rocks
• Propagation: By runners spreading across the substrate

Key Points

• Premium Tissue Culture Plant – 100% pest-free, algae-free, and healthy
• Unique Clover-Like Leaves – Adds texture and contrast to aquascapes
• Fast-Growing & Versatile – Can be used as carpet, bush, or epiphyte
• Requires High Light & CO₂ for Compact Growth – Prevents leggy stems
• Safe for Fish & Shrimp – Provides excellent hiding and grazing areas

Usage

• Ideal for foreground carpeting in aquariums
• Works as a midground bush for added depth
• Can be attached to driftwood and rocks for a natural look
• Enhances Nature-style and Iwagumi aquascapes
• Great for shrimp tanks as a grazing surface

Usage Tips

• Trim regularly to maintain a dense, compact shape
• Use CO₂ and strong lighting for horizontal growth and better coverage
• Ensure good water circulation to prevent algae buildup
• Fertilize with liquid nutrients to keep leaves vibrant green
• Avoid excessive shading to prevent vertical growth

Note

• Grows taller in low light instead of spreading horizontally
• May melt initially but recovers quickly under stable conditions
• Can grow aggressively—requires trimming to prevent overgrowth