{"product_id":"bacopa-salzmannii-sp-purple-sg-t-c-cup","title":"Bacopa salzmannii sp Purple SG T\/C Cup","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBacopa salzmannii sp. Purple SG — Rare Violet Brilliance for the Planted Tank\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBacopa salzmannii\u003c\/em\u003e sp. Purple SG is one of the most visually striking stem plants available in the aquascaping hobby. A select growth (SG) variant prized for its exceptional colour expression, it produces small, rounded leaves that shift from green at the base to a rich, saturated violet-purple toward the growing tips — a gradient of colour that intensifies beautifully under strong lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to the Americas, this Bacopa variant brings a rare warm-toned purple hue that few aquatic plants can match. Planted in groups, it creates a stunning mid-to-background display that draws the eye and adds a layer of colour contrast that transforms an ordinary aquascape into something truly extraordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAppearance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 – 40 cm (6 – 16 inches); ideal for midground to background placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small, rounded, opposite pairs; green at the base transitioning to deep violet-purple at the tips under good lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright stem plant; branches moderately when trimmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Planting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in groups of 5+ stems for the most dramatic colour display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh lighting is essential to bring out the deepest purple colouration — low light will cause it to revert to green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCO₂ supplementation strongly recommended for vibrant growth and colour intensity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure adequate iron and micronutrient levels — deficiencies will dull the purple tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePropagates easily by cuttings — trim and replant to encourage bushier growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Tank Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0 – 7.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22 – 28°C (72 – 82°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e High (essential for purple colouration)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strongly recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular liquid fertilizer with iron and micronutrients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSold as a stem cutting. Leaf colouration is highly dependent on lighting intensity — the stronger the light, the more vivid the purple. Limited availability — a collector’s favourite.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquapets ( KowloonAquarium)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53761604845841,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0679\/9225\/6785\/files\/download_f7457371-bcd1-49db-afbd-92ddd4a15a4f.jpg?v=1776296723","url":"https:\/\/www.aquapets.ca\/products\/bacopa-salzmannii-sp-purple-sg-t-c-cup","provider":"Aquapets ( KowloonAquarium)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}