Lemon Bacopa (Bacopa Caroliniana) is a perennial aquatic in the Plantaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and partial shade or filtered_light or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Bacopa caroliniana is a perennial creeping herb known for its succulent leaves that emit a lemon scent when crushed, commonly used as an aquarium plant and in aquatic gardens.

Lemon Bacopa

Lemon Bacopa

Bacopa Caroliniana

Bacopa caroliniana is a perennial creeping herb known for its succulent leaves that emit a lemon scent when crushed, commonly used as an aquarium plant and in aquatic gardens.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light, Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, habitat provision, aquatic decoration

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Lemon Bacopa

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Plantaginaceae
Genus:Bacopa