Dragon’s Tongue Flame Hemigraphis Repanda
1099
$10.99
Unit price perEstimated delivery between 24 June and 26 June.
At Divine Root, we are committed to delivering healthy, high-quality indoor plants to our customers. While we do not accept returns due to the perishable nature of live plants, we offer a 30-day plant health guarantee and store credit for qualifying issues. Please read our Refund Policy carefully to understand how we handle concerns regarding plant health, shipping, and order
Care Guide & Presentation
Dragon’s Tongue Flame Hemigraphis Repanda: Overview
Dragon's Tongue "Flame" (Hemigraphis repanda)
The Dragon's Tongue "Flame" (Hemigraphis repanda), also known as the Flame Plant, is a striking and colorful aquatic plant that is perfect for adding vibrancy to any aquarium. This small-sized plant (5-8 inches) features narrow, fiery-red leaves with orange hues, making it an eye-catching focal point in your aquatic setup. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced aquarist, the Dragon's Tongue offers easy maintenance and thrives in various water conditions, adding a bold splash of color and texture to your aquarium.
Benefits:
Aesthetic Appeal: The fiery-colored leaves create a stunning focal point or backdrop, adding dynamic color to your aquarium.
Low Maintenance: A hardy plant that adapts well to various water conditions, making it perfect for both novice and experienced aquarists.
Easy Propagation: This plant is easy to propagate by cutting and replanting, allowing you to grow more with minimal effort.
Aquarium Health: Helps maintain healthy water quality by absorbing excess nutrients and providing oxygen to the tank.
Care Guide:
Lighting: Prefers moderate to high lighting. Avoid low light conditions as it can slow growth and reduce vibrant colors.
Water Conditions: Thrives in warm water (70°F - 82°F), with a neutral to slightly acidic pH (6.0 - 7.5). It is suitable for most aquarium setups.
Substrate: Prefers a nutrient-rich substrate for optimal growth. Use soil or nutrient-dense substrates to encourage vibrant color.
CO2 Supplementation: While not required, CO2 supplementation enhances growth and foliage coloration.
Watering: Ensure consistent water levels. Perform regular water changes (10-15% per week) to maintain clean conditions for healthy growth.
Propagation: Easily propagated by cutting and replanting the stems. Simply trim the stems, place them in nutrient-rich substrate, and watch them grow.
Features:
Small Size: Grows to a compact height of 5-8 inches, making it suitable for aquariums of all sizes.
Colorful Foliage: Features fiery red to orange leaves that add a unique and vibrant touch to any aquatic setup.
Hardy and Adaptable: Thrives in a variety of water conditions, making it ideal for most aquariums.
Easy to Propagate: Quickly reproduce this plant by cutting and replanting stems for more vibrant plants in your tank.
Why Choose Dragon's Tongue?
Striking Visual Appeal: The vibrant, flame-colored foliage creates an extraordinary contrast in any aquarium.
Versatility: Perfect as a background or centerpiece plant, complementing other aquatic plants beautifully.
Easy Maintenance: Adapts well to a variety of water conditions and is low-maintenance, making it ideal for both beginners and advanced hobbyists.
Fast Growth: With the right environment, it grows quickly and fills your aquarium with lush greenery and color.
Frequently Asked Questions - Dragons Tongue Flame
Q: How tall does the Dragons Tongue Flame plant grow?
A: Grows 6-8" tall at maturity; arrives 3-5" tall.
Q: Is this plant suitable for beginners?
A: Yes! It's easy to care for with basic aquarium maintenance.
Q: What type of lighting does this plant need?
A: Prefers moderate lighting; can adapt to low or high light with some color variation.
Q: What water temperature is best for this plant?
A: Thrives at 72-80°F (22-27°C).
Q: What pH level should I maintain for optimal growth?
A: Ideal pH is 6.5-7.5.
Q: Does this plant require CO2 supplementation?
A: No CO2 required, but it can boost growth and color.
Q: How often should I change the water in my aquarium?
A: Weekly partial water changes (20-30%) are recommended for healthy plants.
Q: What type of substrate is best for the Dragons Tongue Flame?
A: Grows well in fine gravel, sand, or planted aquarium soil.
Q: How do I propagate this plant?
A: Propagate by gently separating side shoots or plantlets from the main plant.
Q: Is this plant safe for fish and other aquatic creatures?
A: Completely safe for fish, shrimp, and snails.
Q: How quickly does the Dragons Tongue Flame grow?
A: Moderate growth-new leaves appear within 2-4 weeks in good conditions.
Q: Can I use this plant in a low-light aquarium setup?
A: Yes, but colors may be less vibrant than in brighter light.
Q: Does this plant help improve water quality?
A: Yes! It absorbs excess nutrients and supports a balanced ecosystem.
Q: What are the ideal water conditions for this plant?
A: Stable temperature (72-80°F), pH 6.5-7.5, moderate light, and gentle water flow.
Q: How do I maintain the vibrant color of the leaves?
A: Provide moderate light and fertilize weekly with a liquid plant fertilizer.
Q: Can I plant the Dragons Tongue Flame in gravel?
A: Yes, fine gravel is suitable-just anchor the roots gently.
Q: Is this plant suitable for both freshwater and saltwater aquariums?
A: Only suitable for freshwater aquariums.
Q: How often should I fertilize this plant?
A: Fertilize once a week for best results.
Q: Can I trim this plant to control its growth?
A: Absolutely-trim monthly to encourage bushier growth and remove older leaves.
Q: What other plants pair well with the Dragons Tongue Flame?
A: Great companions include Anubias, Java Fern, and Red Root Floater.
The Dragon's Tongue "Flame" (Hemigraphis repanda), also known as the Flame Plant, is a striking and colorful aquatic plant that is perfect for adding vibrancy to any aquarium. This small-sized plant (5-8 inches) features narrow, fiery-red leaves with orange hues, making it an eye-catching focal point in your aquatic setup. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced aquarist, the Dragon's Tongue offers easy maintenance and thrives in various water conditions, adding a bold splash of color and texture to your aquarium.
Benefits:
Aesthetic Appeal: The fiery-colored leaves create a stunning focal point or backdrop, adding dynamic color to your aquarium.
Low Maintenance: A hardy plant that adapts well to various water conditions, making it perfect for both novice and experienced aquarists.
Easy Propagation: This plant is easy to propagate by cutting and replanting, allowing you to grow more with minimal effort.
Aquarium Health: Helps maintain healthy water quality by absorbing excess nutrients and providing oxygen to the tank.
Care Guide:
Lighting: Prefers moderate to high lighting. Avoid low light conditions as it can slow growth and reduce vibrant colors.
Water Conditions: Thrives in warm water (70°F - 82°F), with a neutral to slightly acidic pH (6.0 - 7.5). It is suitable for most aquarium setups.
Substrate: Prefers a nutrient-rich substrate for optimal growth. Use soil or nutrient-dense substrates to encourage vibrant color.
CO2 Supplementation: While not required, CO2 supplementation enhances growth and foliage coloration.
Watering: Ensure consistent water levels. Perform regular water changes (10-15% per week) to maintain clean conditions for healthy growth.
Propagation: Easily propagated by cutting and replanting the stems. Simply trim the stems, place them in nutrient-rich substrate, and watch them grow.
Features:
Small Size: Grows to a compact height of 5-8 inches, making it suitable for aquariums of all sizes.
Colorful Foliage: Features fiery red to orange leaves that add a unique and vibrant touch to any aquatic setup.
Hardy and Adaptable: Thrives in a variety of water conditions, making it ideal for most aquariums.
Easy to Propagate: Quickly reproduce this plant by cutting and replanting stems for more vibrant plants in your tank.
Why Choose Dragon's Tongue?
Striking Visual Appeal: The vibrant, flame-colored foliage creates an extraordinary contrast in any aquarium.
Versatility: Perfect as a background or centerpiece plant, complementing other aquatic plants beautifully.
Easy Maintenance: Adapts well to a variety of water conditions and is low-maintenance, making it ideal for both beginners and advanced hobbyists.
Fast Growth: With the right environment, it grows quickly and fills your aquarium with lush greenery and color.
Frequently Asked Questions - Dragons Tongue Flame
Q: How tall does the Dragons Tongue Flame plant grow?
A: Grows 6-8" tall at maturity; arrives 3-5" tall.
Q: Is this plant suitable for beginners?
A: Yes! It's easy to care for with basic aquarium maintenance.
Q: What type of lighting does this plant need?
A: Prefers moderate lighting; can adapt to low or high light with some color variation.
Q: What water temperature is best for this plant?
A: Thrives at 72-80°F (22-27°C).
Q: What pH level should I maintain for optimal growth?
A: Ideal pH is 6.5-7.5.
Q: Does this plant require CO2 supplementation?
A: No CO2 required, but it can boost growth and color.
Q: How often should I change the water in my aquarium?
A: Weekly partial water changes (20-30%) are recommended for healthy plants.
Q: What type of substrate is best for the Dragons Tongue Flame?
A: Grows well in fine gravel, sand, or planted aquarium soil.
Q: How do I propagate this plant?
A: Propagate by gently separating side shoots or plantlets from the main plant.
Q: Is this plant safe for fish and other aquatic creatures?
A: Completely safe for fish, shrimp, and snails.
Q: How quickly does the Dragons Tongue Flame grow?
A: Moderate growth-new leaves appear within 2-4 weeks in good conditions.
Q: Can I use this plant in a low-light aquarium setup?
A: Yes, but colors may be less vibrant than in brighter light.
Q: Does this plant help improve water quality?
A: Yes! It absorbs excess nutrients and supports a balanced ecosystem.
Q: What are the ideal water conditions for this plant?
A: Stable temperature (72-80°F), pH 6.5-7.5, moderate light, and gentle water flow.
Q: How do I maintain the vibrant color of the leaves?
A: Provide moderate light and fertilize weekly with a liquid plant fertilizer.
Q: Can I plant the Dragons Tongue Flame in gravel?
A: Yes, fine gravel is suitable-just anchor the roots gently.
Q: Is this plant suitable for both freshwater and saltwater aquariums?
A: Only suitable for freshwater aquariums.
Q: How often should I fertilize this plant?
A: Fertilize once a week for best results.
Q: Can I trim this plant to control its growth?
A: Absolutely-trim monthly to encourage bushier growth and remove older leaves.
Q: What other plants pair well with the Dragons Tongue Flame?
A: Great companions include Anubias, Java Fern, and Red Root Floater.


