Staurogyne Repens

Staurogyne repens is a favorite foreground plant in aquascaping for good reason—it’s hardy, easy to shape, and naturally hugs the substrate with its bright green, lance-shaped leaves. Native to Brazil, this stem-like spreader forms dense mats that give tanks a clean, structured look while still feeling natural and lush. It’s perfect for foreground coverage, planting along hardscape, or building soft edges into your layout. Whether you're running a low-tech tank or a CO₂-rich setup, S. repens adapts beautifully. Care and Planting Directions Plant individual stems or clusters in nutrient-rich substrate, spaced slightly apart to encourage horizontal spread. Moderate to high light helps keep growth low and bushy. CO₂ is optional but will promote faster, denser carpeting. Trim regularly to maintain coverage and replant cuttings as needed. Specs Name: Staurogyne repensCommon Name: Staurogyne repensDifficulty: Easy to MediumLight: Medium to HighCO₂: Not required (Optional for faster growth)