Scientific Name: Staurogyne sp. 'Porto Velho'
Common Name: Staurogyne Porto Velho
Origin: Porto Velho, Brazil
Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
Difficulty Level: Moderate
Temperature: 22–28°C
pH: 6.0–7.5
GH: 2–12 dGH
KH: 1–8 dKH
Moderate to high lighting is recommended.
Higher light intensity promotes compact growth and enhances the plant's attractive green to bronze coloration.
Under lower light conditions, growth becomes more upright and less compact.
CO₂ supplementation is beneficial and highly recommended.
Encourages denser growth, faster spreading, and improved leaf coloration.
While adaptable to non-CO₂ aquariums, it performs best in a CO₂-enriched environment.
Requires regular supplementation of macro and micronutrients.
Benefits from nutrient-rich substrates due to its strong root system.
Adequate nitrate, phosphate, potassium, and trace elements support healthy growth.
Root fertilization can significantly improve vigor and leaf development.
Best suited for the foreground to midground.
Ideal for creating low-growing bushes and natural transitions around rocks and driftwood.
Often used as an accent plant due to its unique leaf shape and coloration.
Easily propagated through stem cuttings and side shoots.
Cut healthy shoots and replant them into the substrate.
New roots develop readily from stem nodes.
Plant individual stems with some spacing to encourage lateral growth.
Regular trimming promotes a dense, bushy appearance.
Stable nutrient and CO₂ levels help maintain compact growth.
Remove older shaded leaves to encourage healthy new growth.
Staurogyne sp. 'Porto Velho' is a highly attractive foreground to midground plant known for its compact growth habit, sturdy stems, and distinctive foliage. Its ability to form dense, natural-looking bushes makes it an excellent choice for softening hardscape transitions and creating depth within aquascapes. With moderate to high lighting, stable CO₂ supplementation, and balanced fertilization, it develops into lush clusters that enhance the texture and natural appearance of Nature, Dutch, and contemporary planted aquariums.
