It is bushy and has many spear shaped green leaves which are green when healthy. The leaves toward the bottom often become yellow. This plant sheds easily, especially in improper conditions. However, it is inevitable over time. This plant, as well as the other hygros make a tasty feast for aggressive herbivores, snails and especially sukermouth fish such as the Plecostomas.
Propagation is done by replanted stems.
The dark green leaves are dark green and pointed. It prefers to be rooted only partially into the substrate. It does well in peat and low temperatures. It can be easily divided. It may become eaten by aggressive herbivores.