Hydrocotyle Tripartita - MUST HAVE Most Versatile Aquatic Plant?

[@brandonramirez7336]

Drape it out of your betta filters it looks so pretty grows emersed and stops those high flow filters from blowing bettas around!

[@kevinandlisa4807]

As a newbie, I struggle with knowing when and how to trim. I would love to see a video with you describing HOW you know it’s time to trim, or WHAT a leaf May look like if you need to remove it….like a damaged one or one tat is melting. I am not a gardener so “pruning” does not come natural to me. This plant is beautiful though and I’d like to try it!

[@thesmallscape]

I can most certainly do a video like that - great idea. ☺️🌿

[@wheelbite9]

I second this. There's not a lot of content surrounding this plant on youtube. I just got some a few weeks ago. My betta loves it, and I feel like I could use it in every tank.

[@indadrops9492]

Great news because I have no clue when I trim 😮

[@kunknown2340]

I trim it when it has formed roots on the stem and then cut under the newly formed root(s)

[@shellyk1371]

Totally off subject, but I'd love to see a video on electrical outlet and cable management tips for those of us with racks. Like how to safely maximize the only two electrical outlets that are nearby without burning the house down for example...

[@vernajohnson6746]

Me too 😊

[@pjp9383]

Especially taking into account the fact that you want your lights on timers, and that the plugs for aquarium lights are generally too big to be able to make use of all the sockets on a power bar...

[@tentyme1]

Velcro, reusable zip ties and a cube style power strip so you can plug in the bulky plugs with “Alexa” enabled timers.

[@Idkseemskindafishy]

Yes!!

[@angiebear8727]

Totally. Great idea

[@carolebraswell982]

The tank footage for this video was just lovely! The plant, the hardscape, the purple snail, the green neons and the CPDs! I have tried the plant in the past but it died off... after hearing you today, I think it must've needed more light. Thanks for the info cause I think this plant is so cute!

[@thesmallscape]

Thank you, Carole. That’s how I spent my lunchtime yesterday, all the fish performed so well for the footage ☺️. Yes, perhaps not enough light..

[@marypaigeflynn4512]

Well said Carole🥰

[@bonnieeden228]

Thank you Joanna. I always love your videos and Prime Time Aquatics too.

[@Brensters63]

Oh wow! What a charming little plant! ❤❤❤

[@rosie2155]

Hi Joanna, I love this plant and penny wort they’re so nice and light and airy, I have to have them in all my tanks. Thank you for another great video.

[@MichelleOhio]

What a nice little plant! Thanks!

[@terrymartins2552]

You do a great job with the aquascaping on all your tanks!!! Your channel is fast becoming a favorite of mine.

[@thesmallscape]

That’s very kind of you, Terry. ☺️

[@davefromiowa3843]

I will have to try that plant when I get a chance. LOVED THE VIDEO Hav fun at AQuashella.

[@paulhunt2888]

Great plant to look out for. Thank you 🙂

[@davidbaker6382]

I recently bought this plant after seeing your video. It is wonderful! Thanks.

[@GingerFishyOfficial]

Think I’ve got this in one of my tanks! It’s a nice plant!! Quite delicate. Mine grows really slow, think I could do with increasing the light a little! 🌿

[@paulmccarthy7467]

Beautiful plant superb information some great ideas. I’ve not used but will do. Love the fish in the tank

[@thesmallscape]

Thank you, Paul!

[@amymandeville8342]

Thanks for this video! I've been wanting this plant but didn't want it as a ground cover. I love it growing along the rocks so I'm going to try that.

[@thesmallscape]

Oh yay! Good luck 🍀

[@amymandeville8342]

@@thesmallscape thank you 🙂🙂

[@Demontoastslayer]

I have this plant in my tank and I had no idea what it was named, great video :)

[@thesmallscape]

Isn’t that great when you find the name of a plant!?🌿🙌🌿

[@sunsetjen2398]

Great plant 🍀 ☘️ Love the video with all the fish visiting in screen 🎥 💋🌿🐟🍂

[@jeffalbillar7625]

Beautiful looking plant. Thank you, Maestra.

[@ashenwalls3558]

I just picked up a tissue culture at Petco! I'm so excited to give it a go!

[@lizzyanthus1]

Thanks for the info on Hydrocolye! I just put it in my new 5 gallon tank. I planted it, which was frustrating, all the planting of new plants that is, not just the Hydrocotle sp. First time trying live plants, so probably understandable, being frustrated, right? LOL. Anyhow, I didn't know I could do so much with this plant, so I'm very glad I came across your video today! Subscribed!

[@tree.65]

I have a tiny bit of this plant and think it's so pretty. My snails and betta like crawling a swimming through it so much and knock it out of my gravel. I always find some growing at he top, among my rotala, Lol! So, I would like to try it on drift wood. Thanks for this video! Can we use super glue with it? Also, when you do any trimming and replanting of any of your plants, could you show us how?

[@angiebear8727]

Have been wanting to try out this plant for a while now. Ty for featuring it❤️

[@michaelhokie]

I am scaping a new 20 gallon soon and this is one of the plants that I was looking at...I was afraid to order it because of the "medium" lighting needed part. After watching this video, I know longer fear trying it out. Thank you for the info and the great content!

[@apss5736]

such a neat plant

[@markfranklin8831]

Great little video thanks keep it going 👍✌️

[@thesmallscape]

Why, thank you! ☺️🍀

[@CricketsMa]

I love it! Very different leaf shape and texture from my other plants. I’m going to look for some. Thanks, Joanna!! The platys may eat it, but at least I will have tried.

[@growclipbonsaiforseniors1951]

A most unusual and fantastic looking plant. To bad you did not save it for St. Patrick's Day. Great tutorial Professor Joanna.

[@drewzero1]

I'm glad she got the video out before the holiday, now we have time to decorate our tanks!

[@jenxu2]

I super love the look of this plant. I have Japan in my aquarium. So wonderful!

[@christybourgeois3268]

Wow , I love that snail.

[@bonnieeden228]

I love this plant from what you are showing. I might try it. Is it a stem plant?

[@Coyo-Tea]

Just got two of these and I just knew you would have a video for it 👍🏻

[@thesmallscape]

Woohoo!!! Did you?! Isn’t it amazing?! ☺️

[@Coyo-Tea]

@@thesmallscape it’s a beautiful plant and looks so delicate next to my anubias’s

[@InTheEndTruthWillOut]

Oh my gosh I LOVE this this plant. It’s fluffy and looks like four leaf clovers 🍀 Love

[@thesmallscape]

Yes it does! It’s a real cutie! 🍀☺️🍀

[@Evil_Genius_888]

Used as a floating plant the leaves that grow outside the water are larger and it also grows tiny whit flowers. I want to try using it as a carpeting plant…

[@cynthiag3065]

Love it! It's on my list now. Thank you.

[@shanestr]

This is a great plant !! Thank you for the video!!! I just put some in my guppy/glass shrimp tank & Grape the betta also got some in her tank !!!!

[@janecourtenay3676]

This is my all time favourite plant … I love it 💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼

[@thesmallscape]

Is it?! Yay! 🌿🙌🌿It’s a real showstopper in a tank!

[@meggrotte4760]

Wow I like your snail

[@fishiemon64]

I want to try this 👀👍🏽✌🏽

[@aroidaddiction]

I love all hydrocotyle! I just got an order or more tripartita and some hydrocotyle leucophala today

[@thesmallscape]

Rock on!! I kind of love THEM ALL too! Woohoo!!

[@markhunter2244]

Very nice, looks quite delicate 🌱

[@thesmallscape]

Oh yes, it is quite a delicate little guy. ☺️

[@robyd]

Got one just now. Was at the pet store to look for Panda and Albino Corys but they didn’t have any. Walked out with this plant 😍

[@cherylbelott]

Hi Joanna. 😊 I passed this plant up a few months ago on clearance! I know, so dumb... I haven't seen it since.🤦‍♀️

[@ianrich222]

My favourite plant 👍

[@markvonwisco7369]

This also one of my favorite plants. Aside from the light requirements, I find it to be an easier plant. Even very small pieces will grow into a full sized plant.

[@thesmallscape]

Exactly! You really get your money’s worth. ✨🍀✨

[@nathanhoveyaquatics]

I actually just got a pot of this plant yesterday as I was looking for anything with the clover type look and the store just happen to have it in stock. I'm also trying giant hair grass, bronze crypt, and a crinum calamistratum for the 1st time. Live plants are amazing and new live plants are even cooler. Lol 👍👍

[@meminustherandomgooglenumbers]

Neat insights, thank you! 🤔🤙

[@karenaubrey5737]

Good Morning.

[@amazingaquaticsandexotics3030]

awesome plant

[@OinkmasterSupremeForever]

Thank you Joann 🥰Sweet plant ! Looking forward to trying it.To me It is so reminiscent of terrestrial clover. I love those celestial pearl Danios And the other small green fish right alongside them This will be the first video to let everyone know I am going to Aquashella in Orlando!🌟🚀❤️‍🔥💕😉😁😍🎊🎉 I'm so excited!! I was actually able to make Arrangements with my Dad For us to drive down together to Florida! He has to pick up Studebaker Truck parts in Florida on the way down . He will not be attending Aqua shella with me but that's okay,we have family down there near Tampa so we said trip of practicality and joy .Let's do it💕🥰I can't believe I'm going 😭🥲

[@marypaigeflynn4512]

🥰💖

[@naegwut]

I wanna get some

[@shesellsfish]

It's been on my bucket list for awhile, but I'm just now beginning to upgrade to some half way decent actual aquarium lights instead of clip on desk lamp lightbulbs, lol. It really does SUCK big time when you have to start all over again with literally nothing, not one tank, nor airline, or airstone, substrate, driftwood, plant or filter of any kind, NADA... when 3 years ago you had a designated fishroom that you loved. Anyway, boring story, it's all good and I'm happier than I've ever been. I'm above ground and breathing, have my own tiny little house, my fur babies, and 7 nano tanks, and honestly it really made me think about what fish I wanted to keep or breed because I really loved them or always wanted to try them, instead of breeding what other people wanted to buy on AquaBid or the few Mom and Pop stores I sold to. Same with plants. So I'm on this adventure and experiment phase and I'm loving it, and yeah, I foresee this plant in a future scape. 👍❤👍 p/s Don't know why I shared all that mess with you. You just have that bright, creative spirit and warm soul that makes me feel I could tell you almost anything and not be judged, criticized, or interogated to death about it.

[@xmaTKDmma]

im having a hard time with this plant. Took out all my hornwart that was blocking a lot of light. That may be the issue and having it in sand. So i may try it on rocks like your video. thanks for the help.

[@barkeyb2401]

ive been wanting to use it but im a begginer so im using anubias java ferns an dwater spirte for now but i would love to try some day

[@audrameyer9558]

Happy hump day! You know, I have always passed this plant up as it just looks so delicate. I figured I would kill it and be bummed. My LFS has some now and it is $4.99....not bad at all. I think I will give it a go. I will choose to buy some "life" over a Starbucks. Either way, the plant will stay with me longer!! 😆🤣

[@meggrotte4760]

I'll be looking out for that I finally got stem plants to stay alive in my tank in Taiwan. I lucked out I bought some stem plants and I've been dosing them with liquid fertilizer twice a week and it's kind of a small tank but they sprouted roots and they're doing great I was hoping to kind of put them in with some anubias but my beta actually likes to push them around and move them to different places and he'll lay in them so I left it like that

[@jeffhester1443]

Beautiful video. Joanna could you give us a video on how to nanoscape the standard kit 20gal. These are inexpensive and so popular, I would like to set one up showcasing the nano world. Thank you

[@thesmallscape]

Oh yes, that is something I’ve wanted to do for some time! 🙌🌿🐌

[@heatherebers2127]

I have this plant, I love it! I started growing it in my 40 cube, my Rainbow Celebes dive in and out of it, I think they are laying eggs. I added the clippings to two of my 5g. I think I want to try growing it as a ‘wall’, think moss wall but this plant. It’s fun trying out different designs.

[@tamaraelza]

I love this plant 😀

[@thesmallscape]

☺️🍀☺️

[@philcarlino6942]

I have not tried this plant yet, mostly because all the websites say you need high lighting and CO2. But you have reassured me, I’ll keep my eyes out for this one. I wonder if Petco sells them in those little cups? 🤔

[@edhriansantos8815]

It can be just glued to stones or driftwood?

[@Myndi78]

I picked up a 1-2grow of these today because Ive seen them in alot of tanks and they are really cool for texture. It was abit of a nightmare to plant and I KNOW that it will pop up everywhere in the tank because of how messy I got when planting it 😂 I dont mind that tho it was kind of the plan to have it propagate anyways so I have lots to spare for other tanks. Its amazing tho to have a plant that is both fast growing and can grow in both substrate, hardscape and even while floating! Nextup is to make a riverscape with all varieties of valisneria and then use this between the rocks for texture 😍

[@angelal5485]

Now I know what this is! I found some scraps in a handful of moss I got from someone. I threw a bit in both of my tanks. It's definitely happier in the tank with more light (Nicrew planted plus set at 70%).

[@thesmallscape]

Yes, it will grow way faster - isn’t it a great looking plant?! 🍀☺️☀️

[@hannahszuch5450]

Can I use this in my 75 gallon to fill in small gaps or on my Driftwood? I'm just concerned that my light won't be enough (I have a Hygger full spectrum light as well as a plain old led.)

[@mariacollins]

Love this plant but then so did my Mystery snails. Despite everything I read that Mystery snails don't eat plants, they decimated a lot of my plants. Huge bites out of my plants. A whole bunch of tripartita was eaten, so was a java fern and a rotala 😂 The snails are so beautiful though x

[@loftfive-p9k]

How much trimming does it need?

[@lynnbonica4342]

I have been wanting to try it, but don't want a carpeting plant or to deal with runners. Also have been wanting to try something small in the grasslike family... like the micro sword or one a little bigger. But they're carpeting plants too. Any suggestions? My tank is only 5.5 gallons.

[@theangleraquarist]

How do you have such little algae?!?!

[@shawnszirbik4717]

It would work well for an Irish themed tank ☘️

[@thesmallscape]

Yes! ☺️

[@johnwood738]

I see a trip to my LFS in my future! Question- How do you know when a blonde is to drunk to drive? When the tree they swerved to miss is there air freshener!

[@onurcaku7752]

I have a question for you. Can I stick the Monte Carlo sp Japan plant on a rock? And will it grow without soil? I have CO2 and a plant light. So, will this plant grow if I stick it on a rock without soil?

[@josephposada1830]

Love the Galaxy Danios! I wish the ones that live with me would breed. They live in a Waterbox 6 I have.

[@thesmallscape]

That would be pretty awesome, mine never have though either...

[@brittanyberzin7142]

I am so impressed with your tank designs! I didn't realize the skill involved until I set up my own tanks and they don't look anywhere near as nice : P

[@thesmallscape]

That’s so nice of you to say, Brittany. It’s like anything else though, just find out what you like about any scapes that catch your eye and then play with plants! 🌿🌿🌿

[@meggrotte4760]

I have tried water lettuce and little tiny pieces of water lettuce as well as penny worth and it all croaked although this was before I figured out that taiwan's water was just volcanic water however since I figured out how to neutralize it it seems like stem plants are able to live now. I actually want to take out the other stem plant I purchased and maybe try a different kind. I don't know this might be wisteria but for some reason it just doesn't grow very well. It may need more light than I've been giving it but I noticed like it turns brown and then melts away and then it'll grow new new ones. Don't know if I should just throw the old stuff away and then keep the new ones and hopefully it's attached to the roots I have no idea

[@michellescott8570]

Mine keeps dying. I bought it 2 different times and put it in 2 different tanks. Can't seem to figure it out. I love the way it looks but idk if I'm going to be able to get it to live

[@littlemidwestrebornsdolls]

I do like this plant.

[@thesmallscape]

☺️🌿

[@prolaysantra27]

I use it in paludarium walls. It's great with waterfalls. Way better than java moss which is tend to fall prey to various algaes.

[@juliaheinritz3264]

I think this is a very pretty plant and will be on the lookout for it. Where would you suggest I might order it from? Again, I love those beautiful snails...they all look so happy and healthy:)

[@dallasaquascapingguy]

Hi Joanna, thank you for the video... I love this plant too! What program do you use to edit your youtube videos and is it on your computer or phone/camera?

[@thesmallscape]

It’s a beautiful plant for sure! 🌿We use Final Cut Pro on our desktop. Footage shot on Canon.

[@dallasaquascapingguy]

Thank you, I use google photos and its very limiting

[@pa.fishpreacher6166]

Where did you get that plant?

[@djc20]

i was always told this was high light and hard to grow. i think its an awesome plant, and im going to try it the next time im buying plants. (hey how did you get your cpds out and about like that ? ) great video!

[@Isaac-ul8yz]

I had this plant come to me completely melted and I thought I could bring it back. I am afraid to get it again since i though it needed co2

[@anthonyragan2696]

I like this plant quite a bit, but I've typically planted it in "groves." How did you secure it between rocks? The stems are so thin, I'd would think they'd come loose.

[@thesmallscape]

Hi! I usually just kind of hook them on a jagged part of rock or between 2 rocks. You could use my comb trick though - cut a piece of comb off and use the tines to tack down the roots in the substrate. ☺️

[@anthonyragan2696]

@@thesmallscape That comb idea was brilliant in a "why did I never think of this" way.

[@schauman1]

I hope they have these plants at aquashella? Yes I would try it!

[@thesmallscape]

Oooh!! I’m sure someone would have it - especially if Dustin is there?! Or if Flip Aquatics brings plants?

[@JJ-ji9xx]

After watching this i just realized, i have TONS of it in my yard. I wonder if i can move it into a submersed setting

[@thesmallscape]

Ooh! How exciting! You are so lucky!! It would probably initially melt but bounce back? That would be my guess. ☺️

[@JJ-ji9xx]

@@thesmallscape i replanted them into my plant tray just to quarantine and make sure there are no weird diseases. Will try submersing them next week!

[@feralon9570]

I had this in my 20 long and it did good for a short time. Then it just melted away... There is none left at all. 😢💚💚

[@markh.williamsauthor7286]

I have Hydrocotyle Tripartita in one of my tanks. The only problem I've had is that my fish tend to pull it up and it floats. I have other plants in the tank that don't get pulled up - so I'm guessing its because its a lighter plant that can be pulled up easier.

[@thesmallscape]

Oh yes, check out my video tomorrow- it may help! ☺️

[@meggrotte4760]

I like it like that ironically I don't like carpeting plants.

[@petery6775]

what is that big snail called ?

[@thesmallscape]

It was probably a mystery snail 🐌 ☺️ and they come in many different colors!

[@petery6775]

@@thesmallscape ah, thanks, didnt knew they have such colors!

[@fbasantajr]

Hi Joanna, can we get this plant from Flip Aquatics? Thank you from NYC

[@thesmallscape]

Hi Frank! Yes!! He is now carrying Tropica plants! 🤤 I just looked and he has it in stock, a bit pricey but you’ll have more in no time! 🍀🍀🍀

[@fbasantajr]

@@thesmallscape Joanna thank if Jason and you are going to Aquashella.... enjoy can't wait to see what you bring back... good luck in the scaping contest.

[@thesmallscape]

@@fbasantajr thanks so much! ☺️

[@Curtis.StMartin]

I"d try it if I could find it.

[@Smalltimetanks]

It makes nice fish food ha ha mine got eaten right away within 4 days ha ha iam going for strong plants from now on 👍🏻

[@Shmu22]

I asked about this at my local fish store and they had never heard of it.

[@thesmallscape]

Really?! Well, it’s not as common as a lot of the others I suppose..

[@theirishman8455]

Does this plant attract pest snails/nibblers?

[@alisonnicholson]

Have this is 2 of my betta tanks. It's pretty. Bonus I havent managed to kill it...yet 🤣

[@SuperHooverdam]

Can’t keep it alive. I dose twice a week. 20% water change monthly. Full spectrum 6500k light. Have tried 3 times.

[@thesmallscape]

Hmm really?! What’s your ph and temp?

[@jamesparadigm]

🍀💚💚💙💙

[@thesmallscape]

🍀☺️🍀

[@huntergreene3453]

I HATE this plant. Its probably great for if you just want plants in your tank.but I put it in my aquascape with co2 and high light and it took over and covered my monte carlo carpet and was everywhere. Please be cautious usingthis in carefully scaped planted tanks. Not hating on the video though,love the video as always.