Didiptis Diandra (water Hedge) T/C cup

Didiplis diandra, commonly known as Water Hedge, is a delicate stem plant admired for its fine, needle-like foliage and the warm red-orange tips it develops under strong lighting. Native to North America, it adds a soft, feathery texture and a striking pop of color to the midground and background of planted aquariums. Supplied as a clean, pest-free tissue culture (T/C) cup, ready to plant.

Key Characteristics

• Scientific Name: Didiplis diandra
• Common Name: Water Hedge
• Family: Lythraceae
• Origin: North America
• Leaf Color: Light green, with red to orange tips under high light
• Leaf Shape & Texture: Fine, narrow, needle-like leaves on slender stems
• Plant Size: Stems reach 15–30 cm tall
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

Care Requirements

Special Notes for Aquarists

• Lighting matters: Bright light keeps stems compact and brings out the signature red-orange tips. In low light it grows leggy and stays green.
• CO₂ & nutrients: Responds strongly to CO₂ injection and regular fertilization, especially iron for coloration.
• Trimming: Prune regularly to encourage a dense, bushy hedge-like effect — hence the name.
• Visual Appeal: The fine texture contrasts beautifully against broad-leaved plants and dark hardscape.