Staurogyne sp. ‘Porto Velho’ – Aquarium Foreground Plant

Staurogyne sp. ‘Porto Velho’ is an attractive and relatively rare aquatic plant from South America, valued by aquascaping enthusiasts for its compact growth and beautiful foliage. With its narrow, lance-shaped leaves and distinctive greyish-green colour with subtle purple hues, this plant adds natural texture and visual interest to planted aquariums.

Underwater, Staurogyne sp. ‘Porto Velho’ develops a creeping growth habit, making it a great choice for creating a lush foreground or low-growing carpet effect in a well-maintained aquascape. Its moderate growth rate allows aquascapers to develop an attractive planted layout while maintaining the plant’s natural appearance.

For the best growth, provide good lighting, a reliable CO₂ supply, and sufficient nutrients. These conditions encourage healthy foliage and compact, spreading growth. This versatile aquatic plant is particularly suitable for nature-style aquariums, planted tanks, and aquascaping designs that require an unusual foreground plant.

Staurogyne sp. ‘Porto Velho’ is also associated with the aquarium plant sold as Hygrophila sp. ‘Roraima’, which may represent the same plant under a different trade name.

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Plant Specifications

• Plant Name: Staurogyne sp. ‘Porto Velho’
• Family: Acanthaceae
• Origin: South America
• Plant Type: Foreground / carpeting aquatic plant
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Height: Approximately 2–6 inches
• pH Range: 5.0–7.0
• Temperature: 20–30°C
• Lighting: Good to high lighting recommended
• CO₂ Requirement: Recommended for healthy growth
• Nutrient Requirements: Regular nutrient supply recommended
• Aquarium Placement: Foreground

Aquascaping Tips

For the best results, plant Staurogyne sp. ‘Porto Velho’ in nutrient-rich substrate or provide suitable root and water-column nutrients. Maintain stable aquarium conditions and adequate lighting. Adding CO₂ can help promote healthier growth and a more compact, attractive appearance.

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