In the context of aquarium plants, “low light” refers to an aquarium environment with relatively low levels of light intensity. The light levels in an aquarium are crucial for the photosynthesis process, which is essential for the health and growth of aquatic plants. Different plants have varying light requirements, and understanding what is considered “low …
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Scientific Name Cryptocoryne Undulata Origin Southeast Asia Temperature 68°F to 83°F Water Parameters 6.5 – 7.0 pH Lighting Low to Moderate Max Growth Height 12 inches Cryptocoryne Undulata is a striking plant that can be found in lowland ponds, and slow-moving waterways in Southeast Asia. They can be identified by their oblong leaves that are …
Scientific Name Cryptocoryne Spiralis Temperature 65F to 75F Water Parameters 6.0 – 8.0 pH Lighting Low to Moderate Max Growth Height 10 to 24 inches Cryptocoryne Spiralis can be found in its natural habitat in India. It grows in many places and is hardy enough to even grow in rice fields. It is most easily …
Scientific Name Cryptocoryne Beckettii Common Name Water Trumpet Temperature 73F – 79F Water Parameters 5.0 – 8.0 pH Lighting Low to Medium Max Growth Height up to 6 inches Cryptocoryne Beckettii can be found in the wilds of Sri Lanka, where it thrives in freshwater springs and moderately flowing rivers. Like other species of Cryptocoryne …
Varieties Over 13 subspecies Scientific Name Anubias barteri Origin Western and central Africa Temperature 72-82 F Size Varies by variety; typically 2” – 18” Growth Rate Slow Water pH 6.0-8.0 Difficulty Easy; great for beginners Propagation Rhizomes Placement Floating or planted with substrate Anubias barteri Care The easiest aquarium plant to take care of for …
Scientific Name Cabomba Aquatica Origin South America Temperature 68F to 82F Water Parameters 6.0 – 7.5 pH Lighting Moderate Growth Size up to 31 inches Cabomba Aquatica Facts Cabomba Aquatica is native to shallow waters, ditches, and streams in South America. They can be found growing in the slow moving waters with their little flowers …
With attractive arrowhead-shaped leaves and long stems, Anubias Hastifolia is an eye-catching and low-maintenance aquarium plant. Native to Africa, this epiphyte doesn’t need soil to grow and can be attached to rock or wood hardscape. This plant is much taller than other Anubias varieties and is best suited for midground or background placement in most …
Anubias Plant Facts Anubias Plants are identified by their beautiful broad leaves, and rich, dark green coloration. Anubias Plants have many variations, and depending on the variation you have, there will be a slightly different look to the leaves of the plant or the way it grows and propagates. Anubias Plants have leaves that can …
Best Aquarium Carpeting Plants When looking for a suitable carpet plant for your aquarium, you need to ensure you consider the characteristics of each plant and how they can add to or take away from your tank. This will include growth rate, height, lighting and CO2 requirements among other things. Factors such as whether your …
Owning an aquarium is a great and oft-overlooked way to express yourself. There are so many different ways to customize a tank to your liking. That statement may be a surprise to those not very familiar with the aquarium hobby. Those who aren’t fans of this niche interest tend to believe that fish are the …
