Bacopa salzmanni purple Emersed

Bacopa salzmanni ‘Purple’ (Bacopa salzmanni ‘Purple’) is a rare and captivating stem plant from the Americas, distinguished by its small, rounded leaves that develop a stunning deep purple to violet colouration on the undersides and stems under high light conditions. Grown here in its emersed form, it transitions beautifully to submersed growth once planted in the aquarium, where it maintains its striking purple hues and creates a bold, jewel-toned accent in the midground to background. A slow-growing but highly rewarding plant for dedicated aquascapers seeking something truly distinctive.

Propagation: Take stem cuttings of 5–8cm, remove lower leaves, and replant into the substrate. Allow time to transition from emersed to submersed growth.

Care Guide

• Origin: Americas
• Light: Medium to High (high light intensifies purple colouration)
• Water Parameters: pH 6.0–7.5 | Temp 20–28°C | Soft to moderately hard water
• CO2 Required: Recommended for best colour and growth
• Fertiliser: Regular liquid fertiliser with iron and micronutrients recommended
• Placement: Midground to Background
• Skill Level: Intermediate
• Max Size: 20–40cm