Originally, the triploid form of Cryptocoryne beckettii was classified as its own species, Cryptocoryne petchii. However, this lovely and widely distributed C. wendtii group species is readily available and has been utilized in aquaristics for almost 60 years. It is quite simple to cultivate and exhibits the qualities typical of …
Read More »Staurogyne repens aquarium plant
South American origin for the low-growing aquatic plant Staurogyne Repens. The leaves are tiny, spade-shaped, and a pale shade of green Staurogyne Repens grows densely and, with proper sunlight and nutrients, may form a dense green foliage shrub. Each stem will reach a maximum height of a few inches. Due …
Read More »Care Guide Red Root Floaters
In the world of aquascaping, Red Root Floaters, also known as Phyllanthus Fluitans, are a kind of freshwater floating fern plant that are prized for their one-of-a-kind appearance, deep red roots, and low maintenance requirements. Because of their extraordinary and eye-catchingly crimson roots, these very desirable floaters are known as …
Read More »Learn about aquatic plants Cryptocoryne Nurii
As a rare and beautiful form of Cryptocoryne, Cryptocoryne Nurii commands a high price on the collectors’ market. Most amateur gardeners avoid trying to cultivate it because of its notoriously sluggish rate of growth and high degree of difficulty. The ruffled leaves may be a variety of colors, from olive …
Read More »Learn about aquatic plants Anubias Nana Pinto
Anubias Nana Pinto is a remarkable illustration of artificial selection. This type was developed by humans over many generations. In order to develop the Anubias Nana Pinto we see today, plants with magnificent white-green patterns were chosen and propagated over time. Certain parts of the leaf lack the green pigment …
Read More »Learn about the aquatic plant Microsorum pteropus mini (Short Narrow Leaf)
This variant of the Java fern, which is on the smaller side, was sent to us with the knowledge that it is the first “Short Narrow Leaf.” It would seem that there is more than one variety sold under that name; nonetheless, “Short Narrow Leaf” is an accurate description of …
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