Taiwan Lily

Taiwan Lily (Nymphoides hydrophylla 'Taiwan') is a beautiful and fast-growing aquarium plant admired for its vibrant green, heart-shaped leaves and graceful lily-like appearance. It grows from a small tuber, producing long stems with lush leaves that create a natural, flowing look in planted aquariums.

This versatile plant can be grown as a midground or background feature. Under favorable conditions, it may produce floating lily pads on the water's surface, while regular pruning encourages compact submerged growth. Taiwan Lily adapts well to a wide range of aquarium conditions and is an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced aquascapers.

With its rapid growth and attractive foliage, Taiwan Lily also helps absorb excess nutrients, contributing to improved water quality and a healthier planted aquarium.

Care Guide

Difficulty: Easy

Growth Rate: Fast

Placement: Midground to Background

Lighting: Low to High (Medium lighting recommended for best growth)

CO₂: Not required, but recommended for faster growth and fuller foliage

Temperature: 20–28°C (68–82°F)

pH: 6.0–7.8

Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

Propagation: Produces new plantlets from the base of the tuber and occasionally along flower stalks, which can be separated and replanted once established.

Why You'll Love It

• Bright green, heart-shaped lily-like leaves
• Fast-growing and beginner-friendly
• Can produce beautiful floating leaves
• Creates a lush, natural appearance in planted aquariums
• Helps absorb excess nutrients and improve water quality
• Easy to propagate from plantlets

Tip: If you prefer a compact underwater plant, trim any leaves before they reach the surface. This encourages the plant to continue producing submerged foliage instead of floating leaves.