Hydrocotyle leucocephala - Brazilian water pennywort

Hydrocotyle verticillata (mushroom plant, American pennywort) max. growth height - 20 cm Country of origin  North and South America Suitability Aquascaping, community aquarium Type   family Apiaceae Genus Hydrocotyle Propagation Side shoots Growth rate medium pH 5 - 8 Water hardness 0 - 15 °dh Notes   This water pennywort is very decorative due to its umbrella-like leaves and is suitable for the foreground to midground. Unlike H. leucocephala and H. tripartita, it grows rather slowly; the water temperature should not be too high. We found magnificent stands in shallow water in the Rio Sucuri, Brazil. The water temperature was 23 °C; the water was crystal clear with a high CO2 concentration. Hydrocotyle verticillata looks very natural in the middle of a Hemianthus carpet, with small ‘umbrellas’ protruding from it.

Hygrophila corymbosa Thailand Narrow-leaved giant hygrophila max. growth height - 50 cm Country of origin   Suitability   Type   Family Acanthaceae Genus Hygrophila Propagation Cuttings, side shoots Growth rate fast pH 5 - 8 Water hardness 0 - 30 °dh Notes   The "Thailand" variety has the narrowest leaves of the three different H. corymbosa varieties. Under good lighting, the leaves turn a reddish brown colour, under normal lighting medium to light green. The small, purple-coloured flowers can also be observed in open aquaria. Typical of their emersed shoots is the hairiness of the stems and the generally firmer and stiffer growth. Hygrophila species are also well suited to paludariums and humid terrariums.

Ceratophyllum demersum max. growth height - 120 cm Country of origin Cosmopolitan Suitability Discus aquarium, community aquarium, NanoCubes, perch aquarium Type Floating plant family Ceratophyllaceae Genus Ceratophyllum Propagation Head cuttings, side shoots Growth rate fast pH 6 - 8 Water hardness 5 - 25 °dh Advice Recommended as an algae stopper for all new installations. Care instructions The hornwort is a cosmopolitan plant that can be found in many bodies of water around the world. We found the free-floating stem plant in huge populations in a tributary of the Rio Miranda on the edge of the Pantanal in South America. The growth rate of the stems is enormous, so they have to be constantly pruned. Ceratophyllum is considered a "miracle weapon" against algae growth. The explanation is quite simple: the plant is a strong nutrient consumer and removes the algae's food source. The use of hornwort is recommended for every new aquarium.Wir sind sehr bemüht, dass unsere Pflanzen gesund und unbeschädigt bei Ihnen ankommen. Trotz grösster Sorgfalt, kann es vorkommen, dass Pflanzen durch den Postversand oder andere unvorgesehene Ereignisse, leicht beschädigt sind. Dazu zählen braune Blätter gleichermassen, wie abgeknickte Zweige. Dafür übernehmen wir keine Haftung.

Myriophyllum sp. 'Guyana Myriophyllum sp. 'Guyana is a dense plant for the second and third levels of an aquarium. It forms a dense green wall in the back of a small tank and provides an excellent hiding place for small, shy fish and shrimp species.Difficulty of growing: moderately demandingLight requirements: mediumCO₂ requirements: mediumHeight of mature plant: up to 30 cmGrowth: mediumTemperature: 23-27 °CPlacement in aquarium: Background or midground plantOrigin: South AmericaCup diameter 6 cm"Guyana" is an interesting cultivar of a coneflower well known to aquarists. It attains a very intense green coloration and forms a dense forest in the aquarium. It has beautiful decorative narrow leaves. Unique to it is that the plant remains bright green even in above-average light, while other paddlers turn red. Also, it grows relatively slowly and has short stems that branch easily. Thanks to its compact growth, it does well in nano aquariums. Guyana plant contrasts well with red plants, especially when planted as background for them.It requires fertilization with micro and macro elements, and it is also worth feeding it with CO₂ in gaseous form. It does not need a very fertile substrate, as it takes up most of its nutrients from groundwater. However, if you put fertilizer capsules or tablets under its roots, the plant will also benefit. You can propagate Myriophyllum very easily by cutting the plant to a length of about 5 cm and planting a new shoot in the substrate. The plant quickly sprouts new roots and begins to climb upwards.The delicate leafy leaves of the plant form a very dense clump in the aquarium, which immediately catches the eye. Myriophyllum sp. 'Guyana' is an ideal plant for aquarists who love nano tanks and delicate plants. The stems branch very easily and thicken into a showy thicket. Frequent shortening aids the branching process. In elaborately designed cubes, it is a real eye-catcher.In larger aquariums, there is a risk that Myriophyllum is hardly visible in the midst of larger-than-life plants, unless you plant it in dense clumps. The plant comes from an in vitro cultivation, which means that it is free from snails, parasites and algae. A high-quality gel was used as the culture medium, so it can quickly and easily adapt to the new conditions.Planting: The plant must be removed from the cup and thoroughly rinsed from the gel under running water. This is best done by placing the plant in a container of lukewarm water. Most of the gel will then fall off by itself. Divide the contents of the cup into 3-4 cm lumps and then place them in the substrate..

🌿 Hydrocotyle verticillata InVitro Whorled pennywort for the foreground Hydrocotyle verticillata from Aqua Art is a unique foreground plant with umbrella-shaped leaves that are reminiscent of small water lilies or parasols. This special leaf shape makes it a real eye-catcher in natural aquariums and aquascapes - especially in shallow tanks or detailed layouts. The plant remains compact, grows creeping across the bottom and is ideal for creative foreground or midground designs. Supplied as an in vitro plant, it is free from pesticides, algae and snails, making it ideal for shrimp tanks and sensitive aquarium inhabitants.✅ Advantages at a glance: Eye-catching umbrella-shaped leaves - natural look with design character InVitro - shrimp-safe, pesticide-free & algae-free Compact growth - perfect for the foreground Grows creeping & forms small groups Ideal for shallow tanks & creative aquascapes Undemanding & easy to care for📋 Product details: Name: Hydrocotyle verticillata Type: Ground cover / foreground plant Growth height: approx. 2-7 cm Light requirement: low to medium CO₂ supply: not essential, but beneficialpH value: 5 to 7 Growth: slow to medium Propagation: by runners, cuttings, division Delivery form: In vitro cup (sterile cultivation) Manufacturer: Aqua Art💡 Zoo Roco tip: Hydrocotyle verticillata looks particularly harmonious in combination with fine mosses or light-colored substrates. It is also very suitable for aquascaping and shallow-planted nano aquariums andcan also be kept emersed in Wabi-Kusa.

Echinodorus grisebachii Bleherae Amazonas - Sword Plant max. growth height 60 - 80 cm Country of origin Brazil Suitability Perch aquarium, discus aquariumCommunity aquarium Type Rosette plant family Alismataceae Genus Echinodorus Propagation Adventive plants on the flower stalk Growth rate fast pH 5 - 9 Water hardness 10 - 20 °dh Notes   The large Amazonas sword plant is perhaps the most popular plant in the aquarium hobby. Its leaves are 3–6 cm wider than those of the ‘amazonicus’ variety, and the height of up to 60 cm makes this species appear even more dominant. Mature clumps, some with more than 50 leaves, are a striking feature. However, the substrate must be at least 10 cm deep for the root system to develop properly. Combined with Helanthium species (dwarf Echinodorus), beautiful South American underwater landscapes can be created.