Dwarf PennyWort Japan Hydrocotyle Potted Live Aquarium Plants

Dwarf PennyWort Japan (Hydrocotyle tripartita ‘Japan’) – Live Aquarium Plant

Overview
Dwarf PennyWort Japan is a fast-growing and highly versatile freshwater aquarium plant admired for its small, clover-shaped leaves and bright green color. This plant adds a soft, natural look to aquascapes while remaining extremely easy to grow, even for beginners.

Reaching an average height of 3–5 inches, this potted plant is perfect for foreground, midground, and carpeting layouts. It can grow across rocks, driftwood, and substrate, forming lush mats or bushy growth depending on lighting.

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Key Features

Compact, Decorative Leaves
Delicate, lily-pad style leaves create a clean and natural aquascape look.

Versatile Growth Style
Can carpet, trail, or grow bush-like depending on lighting and trimming.

Beginner Friendly
Thrives in a wide range of conditions with minimal care.

Fast Growing
Spreads quickly by runners and trimmed replanting.

Protective Habitat
Provides shelter for fry, shrimp, and small fish.

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Benefits

Dwarf PennyWort Japan enhances any aquarium with soft greenery while improving water quality and providing natural cover. Its fast growth and adaptability make it an excellent choice for both beginner and advanced aquascapers.

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Care Guide

Light
Low to high lighting. Higher light promotes dense carpeting.

Water
Freshwater, tropical conditions.

Substrate
Can be planted or allowed to attach to rocks, wood, or mats.

Temperature
68–82°F (20–28°C).

Fertilizer
Benefits from liquid fertilizers and optional CO₂ for faster growth.

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Perfect For

• Foreground or midground aquascapes
• Natural carpeting layouts
• Shrimp and fry tanks
• Beginner planted aquariums
• Nano and large tanks alike

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Why Choose Dwarf PennyWort Japan?

• Soft, natural look
• Grows fast and spreads easily
• Works in many layouts
• Improves water quality
• Beginner friendly
• Beautiful and low maintenance

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Important Notes

Each plant is unique and may vary slightly in size and color. Images are for reference only.

At Canton Aquatics LLC, we take great pride in providing high-quality live aquarium plants to our customers. We understand the complexities involved in shipping live plants and are committed to ensuring they arrive at your doorstep in excellent condition.

Shipping Process:

• All live plants are shipped using USPS Standard and Priority Mail to provide the fastest and most reliable service.
• Plants are typically shipped Monday - Friday to avoid weekend delays.
• Each plant is carefully packaged in sealed plastic bags to hold in moisture during the shipping process.

DOA (Dead on Arrival) Policy:

• If you receive plants that are dead on arrival, please contact us within 2 hours of delivery with clear photographic evidence.
• Upon receipt of the photos, we will assess the situation. If the plants are determined to be DOA, we will replace or provide refund.
• For a valid DOA claim, replacements or refunds will be processed within 2 business days after the claim is approved.
• Please keep in mind that all plants require sun light to live therefore your plants may arrive slightly yellow.  Please float your plants at the top of your tank near the light for 3 days if applicable.  They will enjoy this new added light intensity to help them recover.

Limitations and Responsibilities:

• The DOA policy is only applicable if the first delivery attempt is made within the shipping duration specified at the time of purchase.
• Delays due to incorrect shipping information provided by the customer or missed deliveries will void the DOA guarantee.
• Extreme weather conditions can impact the health of the plants in transit. We recommend checking the weather forecasts and choosing a shipping window accordingly.
• It is the responsibility of the customer to acclimate the plants to their new environment according to best practices. Our DOA policy does not cover plants that perish due to improper acclimation.

Cancellation and Changes:

• Orders can only be cancelled or changed before they are shipped. Once the order is in transit, we cannot accept cancellations or changes.

Customer Support:

• If you have any questions or concerns regarding our shipping policy or the condition of your plants upon arrival, please contact our customer support team at [Contact Information].

By placing an order with Canton Aquatics LLC, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this shipping policy.

Please be sure to check the regulations in your state regarding restricted plants. Our policy is to avoid shipping any plants that are prohibited in your area to ensure compliance and environmental safety. It's important not to introduce plants into the wild or waterways, as this could disrupt local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.

We appreciate your efforts in helping to protect the environment. For the latest updates, you can consult the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.

Thank you for your dedication to preserving our natural habitats.