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Lysimachia nummularia Aurea

Lysimachia nummularia Aurea

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Lysimachia nummularia ‘Aurea’, commonly known as Golden Creeping Jenny, is a bright, fast-growing stem plant valued for its golden-green foliage. Under stronger lighting, the leaves can develop more intense yellow and lime-green tones, providing excellent contrast against darker aquarium plants.

Plant Requirements

Requirement Details
Difficulty Easy
Growth Rate Fast
Lighting Medium to High
CO₂ Not required; beneficial
Temperature 18–28°C (64–82°F)
pH 6.0–7.5
Water Hardness Soft to moderately hard
Placement Midground / Background
Substrate Recommended
Fertilizer Liquid fertilizer
Propagation Stem cuttings
Growth Form Stem / creeping plant
Best Placement Planted in groups

Planting & Care

Plant individual stems into the substrate, leaving enough space between them for light and water circulation. As the plant grows, trim the tops and replant healthy cuttings to create a dense group.

Good lighting helps maintain the characteristic golden-green coloration. Regular trimming keeps the plant compact and encourages branching.

Key Features

  • Bright golden-green foliage
  • Fast-growing
  • Easy to maintain
  • Excellent colour contrast
  • CO₂ optional
  • Easy propagation from cuttings
  • Works well in groups
  • Excellent midground or background plant
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