Tropical Marine Aquatic

Lysimachia nummularia ‘Green’ (5cm Pot) Care Guide

Lysimachia nummularia, commonly known as “Creeping Jenny” or “Moneywort,” is a low-growing, vibrant green plant that works well in aquascapes as ground cover or in hanging baskets. Here’s a concise care list:

Care Requirements

• Tank Size: Suitable for tanks of 10 gallons or larger.
• Lighting: Moderate to high; brighter light promotes healthy, lush growth.
• Temperature: 18–28°C (64–82°F); ideal for tropical tanks.
• pH Range: 6.0–7.5; prefers slightly acidic to neutral water.
• Water Hardness: Soft to moderate (2–12 dGH).
• Substrate: Nutrient-rich substrate; benefits from root tabs for optimal growth.
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast; requires trimming to maintain shape and prevent overgrowth.
• CO2 Requirement: Not necessary but will benefit from CO2 supplementation.

Key Tips

• Prune regularly to control its spreading and maintain a tidy appearance.
• Ideal for foreground or midground placement as a low carpet plant.
• Can be used in emersed setups as well, but requires humidity.

Lysimachia nummularia ‘Green’ is a hardy, easy-to-care-for plant that thrives in a variety of aquascapes, offering a lush, carpet-like effect.