{"product_id":"staurogyne-porto-vehelo-manaus","title":"ADA Staurogyne porto vehelo' Manaus'","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStaurogyne porto vehelo' Manaus'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStaurogyne porto velho ‘Manaus’ is a compact and distinctive stem plant from the Staurogyne genus, prized for its rugged, natural texture and earthy tones. Native to South America, this variety features slender, lanceolate leaves that range from olive green to warm brown, sometimes taking on bronze highlights under stronger lighting.\u003cbr\u003eIts low, creeping growth habit and dense foliage make it a favourite among aquascapers aiming for a natural, forest-floor aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use in the Aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant is ideal for the midground or transitional zones of an aquascape, where it helps bridge the gap between low carpeting plants and taller background stems.\u003cbr\u003eWhen planted in groups, \u003cem\u003eStaurogyne porto velho ‘Manaus’\u003c\/em\u003e forms a lush, bushy cluster that adds depth and texture. It also works beautifully along hardscape lines — nestled between rocks, driftwood, or as a border along pathways.\u003cbr\u003eIn nature-style aquascapes, it’s often used to create a “rooted” feel, giving the impression of hardy vegetation growing among stones and wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a hardy, adaptable species that thrives in moderate lighting but will develop more compact growth and deeper colouration under higher light and CO₂ injection.\u003cbr\u003eRegular trimming encourages lateral shoots, resulting in a fuller, carpet-like appearance over time. Avoid excessive shading from taller plants to maintain healthy lower leaves.\u003cbr\u003eNutrient-rich substrate or root tabs will support robust growth and prevent melting during the establishment phase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmersed Growth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStaurogyne porto velho ‘Manaus’ can be grown emersed, where its leaves become slightly thicker and more textured. In humid setups such as terrariums or paludariums, it retains its characteristic form and may even flower, producing small, delicate blossoms.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStaurogyne porto vehelo' Manaus' Growth Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.table_component {\n    overflow: auto;\n    width: 100%;\n}\n\n.table_component table {\n    border: 1px solid #dededf;\n    height: 100%;\n    width: 100%;\n    table-layout: fixed;\n    border-collapse: collapse;\n    border-spacing: 1px;\n    text-align: left;\n}\n\n.table_component caption {\n    caption-side: top;\n    text-align: left;\n}\n\n.table_component th {\n    border: 1px solid #dededf;\n    background-color: #eceff1;\n    color: #000000;\n    padding: 5px;\n}\n\n.table_component td {\n    border: 1px solid #dededf;\n    background-color: #ffffff;\n    color: #000000;\n    padding: 5px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"region\" class=\"table_component\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\n\u003c!-- x-tinymce\/html --\u003e\u003cem\u003eStaurogyne porto velho ‘Manaus’\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eType\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCultivar\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight Demand\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eCO2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRequired (for better colours and compact growth)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ADA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56449902182774,"sku":"IC366","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/5843\/9225\/files\/ADA-Staurogyne-porto-velho-Manaus.jpg?v=1760446843","url":"https:\/\/www.horizonaquatics.co.uk\/products\/staurogyne-porto-vehelo-manaus","provider":"horizon aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}