mint grass

Mint herb, scientific name Clinopodium cf. brownei. This plant got its name because of the characteristic aroma released when the leaves are rubbed. Often supplied under the erroneous name “Lindernia anagallis”. It was first used in the design of aquariums in Japan, then spread to hobbyists in the United States. In Europe, it appeared relatively recently, only in 2009. In nature, it is widely distributed in the tropical and subtropical climatic zones of Asia. It grows in swamps and along the banks on damp, moist soil.

When submerged, the plant has an upright stem, and in the surface position, it spreads along the ground. The leaves are light green, heart-shaped with smooth edges, arranged oppositely on the stem. It does not form side branches and the only plant looks very modest. However, numerous shoots can form a bush, although it seems to be thinned out. In addition to underground roots, thin long roots grow, stretching straight from the stem. When there are a lot of them, they resemble a web.

Mint grass needs soft, slightly acidic water, a good level of lighting and nutritious soil for normal growth. The latter, however, does not mean that any top dressing is required. In a mature tank with a few fish, the nutrients will naturally form. As for the temperature values, they can vary over a wide range.