Owning an aquarium can be a ton of fun. Some inexperienced aquarists think that fish in said tank is the only way to make it unique, but that simply isn’t true. As most experienced aquarists can tell you, foliage in a tank is one of the easiest ways to make your tank unique and interesting. […]
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Plants are one of the easiest and most efficient ways to achieve a specific look or theme in your tank. When setting up a tank, most people tend to use fish or different substrates to achieve the look they desire. Because of this, some people tend to overlook the potential of foliage in their tanks.
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Using plants in an aquarium or tank is one of the easiest ways to make your mark on your setup. Many plants are extremely versatile, meaning you can set them up in any way you want and create a truly unique and interesting tank. Adding plants to your tank is also very helpful to some
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Hygrophila Araguaia is an uncommon plant that may be unfamiliar to many hobbyists. Identified as ‘Araguaia’ in the trade after a river in Brazil, it originates in Asia. Compact, tightly arranged leaves combined with low growth height makes it ideal for foreground placement in aquarium aquascaping. While not naturally an epiphyte, this species can be
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Common Name(s) Fissidens Fontanus Scientific Name Fissidens Fontanus Origin Southeast Asia Ease of Growing Easy to medium difficulty Placement Tank edges Height 4 in. (Maximum) pH 6-8 Temperature 65° – 77° F (18.3° – 25° C) Growth Rate Slow Propogation Rhizome Division Light Requirement Low-Moderate CO2 Requirement Low-Moderate What Is Fissidens Nobilis? Fissidens nobilis is
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The Water Sprite plant, also known as Ceratopteris thalictroides, is a versatile plant that can be found in many home aquariums. Water Sprite is a floating fern that originates from Southeast Asia. It gets its name from its long, slender leaves that resemble those of a Sprite or fairy. This plant can range in color
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Glossostigma Elatinoides is a popular carpeting plant among aquascape enthusiasts. This short plant originates from New Zealand and is ideal for foreground aquarium use. Its tiny oblong leaves cluster along thin stalks, providing solid coverage across the aquarium substrate. The right preparation can cover your tank with a thick carpet of bright green growth. While
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The Brazilian pennywort is easy to grow and keep in a tank. The plant can grow anywhere and does not develop an extensive root system. In fact, the Brazilian pennywort prefers to just float with its leaves growing immersed. It can even grow on sand and driftwood and does not require a nutrient-rich substrate. Therefore, you can just leave it at the surface of the water or anchor it to some part of the tank.
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Common Name(s) Beremi, Sarai Chat Scientific Name Limnophila Heterophylla Origin Southeast Asia Ease of Growing Steady Placement Background Height 4-12″ pH 6.0-7.5 Temperature 15 – 20 °C (60 – 70°F) Growth Rate Fast Propagation Trim and plant stems Light Requirement Medium to High CO2 Requirement Recommended If you are looking for an easy stem plant
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Looking for a splash of red color in your tank? Ludwigia Peruensis is a great mid-ground aquarium plant which is capable of bright red coloration given proper care. This isn’t the easiest plant to grow for most hobbyists. But those with more experience and high tech tanks which include bright lights and CO2 injection will
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