Halophila tricostata
Halophila tricostata
Halophila tricostata is a rare marine seagrass native to Queensland, Australia, and is not suitable for conventional home cultivation. It requires full saltwater submersion, stable marine conditions, and filtered sunlight through shallow coastal waters. This species is best appreciated in its natural habitat and is not available through retail nurseries.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
6″
Watering Schedule
Continuously Submerged In Seawater • Fully Aquatic; Requires Constant Saltwater Immersion
Soil pH
5.5 – 7
Temperature
-25° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Sources
Data: trefle
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.