Scientific Name: Myriophyllum hippuroides 'Guyana Mini'
Common Name: Guyana Mini Myrio
Origin: Guyana (South America)
Growth Rate: Moderate
Difficulty Level: Moderate to Advanced
Temperature: 22–28°C
pH: 5.5–7.5
GH: 2–10 dGH
KH: 0–6 dKH
High lighting is recommended.
Strong light promotes compact growth and enhances the plant's attractive reddish, bronze, and orange coloration.
Under lower light conditions, the plant tends to become greener and less dense.
CO₂ supplementation is highly beneficial.
Encourages dense foliage, compact growth, and vibrant coloration.
Stable CO₂ levels help maintain healthy stems and prevent lower leaf loss.
Requires regular supplementation of macro and micronutrients.
Adequate nitrate, phosphate, potassium, magnesium, and trace elements support healthy development.
Iron supplementation helps intensify red and bronze hues.
Consistent fertilization is important for maintaining dense, healthy foliage.
Best suited for the midground to background.
Often used as a colorful accent plant due to its fine, feathery texture.
Creates excellent contrast with broad-leaved and bright green aquatic plants.
Easily propagated through stem cuttings.
Cut healthy stem tops and replant them into the substrate.
Remaining stems readily produce side shoots, resulting in bushier growth.
Plant stems in groups to create a soft, bushy appearance.
Regular trimming encourages compact growth and dense branching.
Maintain stable CO₂ and nutrient levels to preserve coloration and foliage quality.
Good water circulation helps prevent debris accumulation among the fine leaves.
Myriophyllum hippuroides 'Guyana Mini' is a highly decorative stem plant prized for its delicate, feathery foliage and attractive reddish-bronze coloration. Its compact growth habit and fine texture make it an excellent choice for adding contrast, depth, and movement to aquascapes. With strong lighting, stable CO₂ supplementation, and balanced fertilization, it forms dense, colorful bushes that enhance the beauty of Nature, Dutch, and high-tech planted aquariums.
