Aquarium plants origin Africa

Aquarium plants - Africa

An invitro cup from aqua art with Anubias barteri 'Mini Coin', an aquatic plant for the aquarium foreground.

Ludwigia ovalis Invitro aquarium plant

Ludwigia ovalis invitro cup This plant, with a characteristic oval leaf oval leaf shape in orange-pink color, is easy to grow and an interesting addition to the aquarium. interesting addition to the aquarium. The leaves are slightly smaller than those of the popular Repens variety. Due to their rapid growth the clumps must be trimmed and thinned out regularly to prevent excessive growth. prevent excessive growth. The original shape of the leaf blade makes it an attractive addition to the plant composition in the aquarium. aquarium.To use this plant, remove it from the cup and rinse the gel. cup and rinse the gel thoroughly under running water. Then divide it into small clumps of 1-2 cm and plant them at short intervals. them at short intervals. As it grows, it will form a form a uniform group of adult plants.This plant comes from in vitro cultivation and is free from snails, parasites and algae. and algae. High-quality gel was used as a medium, so it will establish itself quickly establish itself in the aquarium. Light requirement: medium to intensive Optimum temperature: 10 to 28 °C Water values: soft to hard pH value: 4 to 7 CO2 and nutrients: recommended Propagation: cuttings

CHF 16.90

InVitro cup with Ammania senegalensis, a green to reddish stem plant for aquaria.

Ammania senegalensis - Small cognac plant

InVitro Ammania senegalensis from Aqua ArtThe Ammania senegalensis InVitro from Aqua Art is an impressive aquarium plant with intense red coloration that is a real eye-catcher, especially in the middle and background of your aquarium. Thanks to InVitro cultivation, you get a 100 % sterile, pesticide-free plant that is also ideal for sensitive shrimps and aquascaping projects. With sufficient light, nutrients and CO₂, Ammania senegalensis develops strong, red stems and oval leaves - perfect for colorful contrasts in plant aquariums. Advantages at a glance: ✅ Bright red stem plant for the middle & background ✅ InVitro - free from algae, snails & pesticides ✅ Safe for shrimps & sensitive aquarium inhabitants ✅ Ideal for aquascaping & natural aquariums ✅ Fast-growing with good lighting & CO₂ supplementationProduct details: Name: Ammania senegalensis Origin: Africa Type: Stem plant Position in the aquarium: Middle to background Growth height: approx. 20-40 cm Light requirement: Medium to high CO₂ supply: Recommended Delivery form: In vitro cup (lab-grown, sterile)Planting: The plant must be removed from the cup and thoroughly rinsed thoroughly from the gel under running water. This is best done best done by placing the plant in a container with lukewarm water. lukewarm water. Most of the gel will then fall off by itself. Divide the contents of the cup into 1-2 cm clumps and place these a short distance apart in the then place them a short distance apart in the substrate or on the selected objects.

CHF 6.50

In vitro Anubias sp. 'Pangolino' in a plastic container, leaves green, small. Sticker with the text 'Anubias sp. 'Pangolino'aqua art'.

Anubias sp. Pangolino Invitro

Invitro Anubias sp. Pangolino aquarium plantAnubias sp. 'Pangolino' is one of the smallest Anubias species in the world and is an exclusive choice for aquascapers with a love of detail and lovers of rare aquarium plants. The in-vitro cultivated form provides you with a guaranteed snail and pesticide-free plant, perfect for sensitive shrimp tanks and nano aquariums. With its extremely compact growth and tiny, bright green leaves, Pangolino is ideal for attaching to roots, rocks or as an accent in the foreground. Undemanding and easy to care for - grows even in low light and without the addition of CO₂. Advantages at a glance: ✅ Extremely small-growing Anubias - ideal for nano-scapes Cultivated in vitro - sterile & pesticide-free ✅ Shrimp-friendly & robust ✅ No planting necessary - grows on hardscape ✅ Easy to care for & slow-growingProduct details: Name: Anubias sp. 'Pangolino' Type: Perennial plant Position in aquarium: Foreground, on hardscape Growth height: 1-3 cm Light requirement: Low to medium CO₂ supply: Not required Delivery form: In vitro cup (grown sterile) Special feature: One of the smallest Anubias species in the worldThe plant must be removed from the cup and thoroughly rinsed thoroughly from the gel under running water. This is best done best done by placing the plant in a container with lukewarm water. lukewarm water. Most of the gel will then fall off by itself. Divide the contents of the cup into 1-2 cm clumps and place these a short distance apart in the then place them a short distance apart in the substrate or on the selected objects.

CHF 16.50

Anubias barteri var. glabra

Anubias barteri var. glabraAnubias barteri var. glabra' or Anubias minima. This is a recommended species for aquaria with little light. Ideal for medium-sized tanks. The plant is easy to grow, does not require intensive fertilization and reproduces by dividing the rhizome. In vitro plant.Difficulty of cultivation: easyLight requirement: lowCO₂ requirement: lowHeight of the adult plant: 15-25 cmGrowth: slowTemperature: 20 - 22°CPlacement in the aquarium: Middle groundOrigin: AfricaCup diameter 6 cmAnubias Barteri Var. Glabra is a green plant from the Asteraceae family that is native to the swamps of Africa. It can grow both under water and in water. It can be found in the trade under the name Anubias minima. Unlike other Anubias, it is easy to plant in the substrate and has characteristic lanceolate leaves that grow up to 15 cm long. It can reach a height of 25 cm, but grows slowly so that it can also be cultivated in small aquariums. The plant has a rhizome from which roots grow that wrap tightly around the spot where it is planted , making it ideal for planting on roots or lava rock. It is suitable for a second or third planting Anubias thrives at different temperatures. It is suitable for cooler tanks as well as warm, tropical aquariums, e.g. with discus fish.It tolerates hard, soft, acidic and alkaline water. It prefers weak, diffuse lighting. It can become overgrown with algae under prolonged and intensive lighting. It is therefore advisable to plant it in darker or even shady areas of the aquarium.This plant does not like neglected aquaria and prefers the water to be changed regularly and no dirt to accumulate on its leavesIt grows slowly but forms a very attractive shape, especially in a group that forms a green, decorative clump. It feels very comfortable in tanks with a low water level and looks great in 'dachshund' type aquariums, where it creates the effect of an aesthetically pleasing tank. Thanks to it, we can create very interesting compositions. It is also well suited for aquariums with cichlids and other herbivorous fish It does not require special care, it is enough to remove older leaves, which stimulates the rhizome to form cuttings. If you want to obtain new cuttings, you can regularly divide the rhizome into 2-3 cm long sections. To attach the Anubias to roots or stones, a very thin string, thread or a special adhesive for attaching aquarium plants is sufficient. The in vitro culture of plants is carried out in tissue culture laboratoriesThanks to the sterile production conditions, the cuttings are free from snails, algae or pathogens.Planting:The plant must be removed from the cup and thoroughly rinsed of the gel under running waterThis is best done by placing the plant in a container of lukewarm water. Most of the gel will then fall off by itself.

CHF 16.90

Nesea sp. Gold

Nesea sp. GoldNesea sp. "Gold" is a stem plant, with intense yellow to orange colors that is rare in aquarium plants. Growing difficulty: : medium, demandingLight requirement: mediumCO₂ requirement: mediumAdult plant height: 40-50 cmGrowth: mediumTemperature: 22-28°CPlacement in aquarium: third levelOrigin: AfricaCup diameter 6 cmNesea Crassicaulis Gold (Nesea sp. Gold) from Africa, a quite rare and very decorative plant with medium requirements and moderate growth rate.With sufficient light, it takes on colors ranging from bright yellow to intense orange. Nesea sp. Gold is not very demanding in terms of growing conditions. The yellow coloration of the leaves can be achieved even with moderately intense light. The stronger the lighting, the more the color shifts towards an orange tone. The plant can reach a height of up to 50 cm and is thus intended for the third level. However, it has a fairly moderate growth, so it does not require frequent pruning and with good care can be used as a foreground plant. Nesea sp. Gold needs CO₂ in gaseous form, but the carbon dioxide requirement is not too high and medium due to the growth rate is not too fast. It requires nutrient-rich water for optimal appearance. However, attention should be paid to potassium levels, as excess can cause deformation of the growth cones.It grows best at temperatures between 22 and 28 degrees Celsius. Since it prefers high temperatures, it is suitable for tanks with a population of extremely heat-loving fish. The undoubted advantage of this plant is the combination of a very unusual leaf color and low requirements. Nesea sp. Gold provides a good contrast with both green and red foliage plants, and the effect is relatively easy to achieve. It does not require a large amount of CO2. It likes soft and slightly acidic water, but can grow in other parameters as well. It needs good light, a nutrient-rich substrate, CO2 and adequate fertilization to achieve intense coloration. If you want to keep Nesea sp. Gold as a background plant, you should prune it regularly. This will not only keep it at the right height, but will also make it thicker and give it a striking appearance. After pruning, the plant will rejuvenate and the cut tops can be planted in the ground.Planting: Before planting, simply rinse the plants from the gel. Unlike plants kept in rockwool, partial drainage is not required..

CHF 8.90

Anubias barteri var. nana - Gold

Anubias barteri var. nana 'Gold'Dennerle A21.6 max. growth height 5 - 10 cm Country of origin Cultivated form Suitability Aquascaping, perch aquarium, community aquarium, NanoCube Type Perennial plant Family Araceae Genus Anubias Propagation Lateral shoots on the rhizome Growth rate slow pH 5 - 9 Water hardness 0 - 30 °dh Notes Tie onto a stone or root Another and also new variety of the dwarf spear leaf is the 'Gold' variety. It was discovered in the normal cultivation stock in a nursery in Taiwan. After isolation, it took a few years until a stable stock was available. Its light green to golden yellow leaf colour clearly distinguishes it from other dark green Anubias species. The lighting should not be too weak here, otherwise the plants will become darker in leaf colour again.

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Dennerle Aponogeton henkelianus - Large Madagascar lattice plant - Tuber

Aponogeton madagascariensis - Large Madagascar lace plant

Aponogeton madagascariensis - Large Madagascar - Lattice plant max. growth height - 60 cm Country of origin Madagascar Suitability Community aquarium Type Tuberous plant Family Aponogetonaceae Genus Aponogeton Propagation Seeds Growth rate medium pH 5 - 7.5 Water hardness 10 - 20 °dh Notes Observe rest periods. Like A. boivinianus, this aquatic plant also originates from Madagascar. The unusual lattice structure of the leaves is striking. This species is very demanding in care, even for the plant expert. Stronger water movement and cooler water are an advantage. Regular rest periods with low temperatures and low lighting must be observed in order to enjoy this plant in the long term.

CHF 8.90

Dennerle Ceratopteris cornuta - Coarse-leaved horn fern

Ceratopteris cornuta - Broad-leaved water sprite

Ceratopteris cornuta - Coarse-leaved horn fern max. growth height - 50 cm Country of origin Africa, Asia, North Australia Suitability Discus aquarium, community aquarium Type Fern Family Pteridaceae Genus Ceratopteris Propagation Adventive plants on the leaves Growth rate fast pH 6 - 8 Water hardness 10 - 30 °dh Notes Beginner's plant. Easy to care for An easy-to-care-for, delicate fern plant that is also often used in breeding aquariums. Labyrinth fish, for example, feel very much at home beneath the floating leaves on the water’s surface, where they can build their foam nests without any problems. The fern is quite easy to care for; stronger lighting and CO2 additions promote growth enormously and particularly robust fronds develop. Small seedlings can develop on the underside of the leaves above the water surface. These can be used for new planting in the substrate.

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Dennerle Aponogeton longiplumulosus - Wavy Madagascar Water-spike

Aponogeton longiplumulosus - Wavy Madagascar Aponogeton

Aponogeton longiplumulosus Wavy Madagascar water spikelet max. growth height - 60 cm Country of origin Madagascar Suitability Community aquarium Type Tuberous plant Family Aponogetonaceae Genus Aponogeton Propagation Seeds Growth rate medium pH 5 - 8 Water hardness 10 - 20 °dh Notes This tuberous plant from north-west Madagascar is highly recommended for aquaria. It is quite easy to grow, you only need to provide sufficient space. The wavy leaf edges are very decorative and show to best effect in calm plantings, e.g. in combination with Mayaca moss. A. longiplumulosus can be kept in the aquarium for years. In the dormant phase it stops growing; after a few months, new leaves will emerge again. Removal of the tuber is not required.

CHF 8.90

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Anubias nana on root

Anubias nana on root (dwarf spear leaf on root) The dwarf spear leaf is one of the most popular aquarium plants. This is an excellent foreground plant with very low requirements. The rhizome, a thickened shoot, must not be covered with substrate. It is best to tie the Anubias barteri nana to a stone or a root. This is the best way for the plant to grow. It is not only suitable for community aquaria or nano cubes, but is also ideal for cichlids from Lake Malawi or Lake Tanganyika. The small Anubias barteri nana look beautiful and very decorative between these stone structures. max. growth height 5-10 cm Country of origin West Africa Suitability Community aquarium, NanoCube and cichlid aquarium (cichlids) Type Epiphyte Family Araceae Genus Anubias Propagation Division of the rhizome Growth rate slow pH 5-9 Water hardness very soft to very hard Notes Tie onto a stone or a root.

CHF 28.90

Aponogeton boivinianus

Aponogeton boivinianus - Large, knobbly water spike max. growth height - 60 cm Country of origin Madagascar Suitability Community aquarium Type Tuberous plant Family Aponogetonaceae Genus Aponogeton Propagation Seeds Growth rate fast pH 6 - 8 Water hardness 10 - 20 °dh Notes Tuberous plant from the water spike family. It is one of the most beautiful Aponogeton species for aquariums. Its bright green and transparent leaves are striking. The leaf blades are also distinctly bullous. As soon as the plant stagnates in growth, a resting phase must be induced. Cool water and darkening are necessary. This is best achieved with a small separate aquarium for approx. 3-4 months. Afterwards, it is replanted in the underwater landscape.

CHF 8.90

Anubias barteri nana

Anubias barteri nana - Dwarf spear leaf, multi-stemmed Dennerle A21 max. growth height 5 - 10 cm Country of origin West Africa Suitability Aquascaping, perch aquarium, community aquarium, NanoCube Type Perennial plant family Araceae Genus Anubias Propagation Division of the rhizome Growth rate slow pH 5 - 9 Water hardness 0 - 30 °dh Notes Tie onto a stone or root. The dwarf spear leaf, as it is known commercially, is one of the most popular aquarium plants of all. It is an excellent foreground plant that requires very little care. When planting, attention must be paid to the rhizome. This thickened shoot must not be covered with substrate. The small Anubias grows best when tied up on stones and roots (see Mbuna trees on page 78). The dwarf spear leaves are very often used for cichlids from Lake Malawi and Lake Tanganyika. Here they look particularly decorative between the stone structures.

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Dennerle Anubias barteri - Broad-leaved spear leaf

Anubias barteri - Broadleaf Anubias

Anubias barteri (broad-leaved spear leaf) max. growth height - 40 cm Country of origin West Africa Suitability Perch aquarium, community aquarium Type Perennial plant family Araceae Genus Anubias Propagation Division of the rhizome Growth rate slow pH 5 - 9 Water hardness 0 - 30 °dh Notes Tie onto a stone or root. Anubias species are very slow-growing marsh plants for shady areas. They cannot tolerate too much light in the long term. Anubias barteri is a very variable species with different, more or less large leaves. With its dark green, somewhat firm leaves, it is often used for cichlid aquariums. In the wild, Anubias species grow in shady to semi-shady areas of fast-flowing water, partly in the splash zone of stones and roots as well as semi-submerged.

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Dennerle Ceratophyllum demersum - Hornwort

Ceratophyllum demersum - hornwort / hornwort

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.

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Dennerle Anubias nana on stone - dwarf spear leaf on lava stone

Anubias nana on rock - Dwarf Anubias on volcanic rock

Anubias nana on stone (dwarf spear leaf on lava stone) The dwarf spear leaf is one of the most popular aquarium plants. This is an excellent foreground plant with very low requirements. The rhizome, a thickened shoot, must not be covered with substrate. It is best to tie the Anubias barteri nana to a stone or root. This is the best way for the plant to grow. It is not only suitable for community aquaria or nano cubes, but is also ideal for cichlids from Lake Malawi or Lake Tanganyika. The small Anubias barteri nana look beautiful and very decorative between these stone structures. max. growth height 5-10 cm / foreground Country of origin West Africa Suitability Community aquarium, NanoCube and cichlid aquarium (cichlids) Type Epiphyte Family Araceae Genus Anubias Propagation Division of the rhizome Growth rate slowly pH 5-9 Water hardness very soft to very hard Notes Tie onto a stone or root

CHF 17.90

Dennerle Aponogeton ulvaceus - True Madagascar - Ulvaceus

Aponogeton ulvaceus - True Madagascar - Ulvaceus - Tuber

Aponogeton ulvaceus - True Madagascar - Ulvaceus max. growth height - 70 cm Country of origin Madagascar Suitability Community aquarium Type Tuberous plant family Aponogetonaceae Genus Aponogeton Propagation Seeds Growth rate fast pH 5 - 8 Water hardness 10 - 20 °dh Advice Observe resting period Striking aquatic plant with parchment-like and strongly corrugated leaves. This species of water spike is very popular in aquariums. Older plants can have up to 50 leaves - an impressive sight. The ideal water temperature is 24-28 °C, which is higher than for the other water lilies: Remove the tuber and place it in a pot with sand. Spray infrequently at room temperature for approx. 2 months and then place back in the aquarium.

CHF 8.90

XXL Anubias barteri nana - Dwarf spear leaf multi-shoot

Anubias barteri nana Dwarf spear leaf, multi-stemmed - XXL - Mother plant Dennerle A21 max. growth height 5 - 10 cm Country of origin West Africa Suitability Aquascaping, perch aquarium, community aquarium, NanoCubes Type Perennial plant family Araceae Genus Anubias Propagation Division of the rhizome Growth rate slow pH 5 - 9 Water hardness 0 - 30 °dh Hints Tie to a stone or root. Easy to care for and undemanding. The dwarf spear leaf, as it is known by its German trade name, is one of the most popular aquarium plants of all. It is an excellent foreground plant that requires very little care. When planting, attention must be paid to the rhizome. This thickened shoot must not be covered with substrate. The small Anubias grows best when tied up on stones and roots (see Mbuna trees on page 78). The dwarf spear leaves are very often used for cichlids from Lake Malawi and Lake Tanganyika. Here they look particularly decorative between the stone structures.

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Dennerle Nymphaea red - Red Tiger Lotus as a forcing tuber

Nymphaea red - Red tiger lotus - Tuber

Nymphaea red - Red tiger lotus as a forcing tuber max. growth height - 50 cm Country of origin Africa Suitability Discus aquarium, community aquarium Type family Nymphaeaceae genus Nymphaea Propagation Seeds, daughter plants from the tuber Growth rate fast pH 5 - 8 Water hardness 0 - 20 °dh Notes The Tiger Lotus is widespread in tropical Africa and colonizes a wide variety of waters there - temporary ponds and lakes on the one hand, but also flowing waters on the other. It has a tuber as a storage organ with strong floating leaves. The most beautiful thing about this plant, however, are the submerged juvenile leaves, which do not reach the surface of the water. Of the two color forms, the red tiger lotus is the most popular among aquarists; however, its green color form is rarely found in the trade. Tiger lotus are quite undemanding, older and larger leaves are always removed at the base of the tuber.

CHF 8.90

Anubias barteri var. nana Bonsai

Anubias barteri var. nana 'Bonsai' - Smallest dwarf spear leafDennerle A21.3 max. growth height - 5 cm Country of origin Cultivated form Suitability Aquascaping, perch aquarium, community aquarium, NanoCube Type Epiphytic plant Family Araceae Genus Anubias Propagation Lateral shoots on the rhizome Growth rate slow pH 5 - 9 Water hardness 0 - 30 °dh Notes Tie onto a stone or a root. It really couldn't get any smaller! It is probably the smallest Anubias in the world and a real enrichment for any underwater landscape. In cultivation and care it is just as robust as the parent form, but needs a little more light to form beautiful, compact cushions. The dwarf form can already be used in a 10 L Nano Cube. The plants look very natural when tied onto delicate roots. The red bogwood is best suited for this. But the Bonsai Anubias also cuts a fine figure on decorative stones.

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All about aquarium plants - Origin Africa

Discover the diverse world of aquarium plants from Africa!

In the Zoo Roco aquarium shop you will find a large selection of aquarium plants from Africa - ideal for small and large aquariums and for creating authentic African biotope aquariums. African aquarium plants are characterised by their robustness, adaptability and natural shapes. They are particularly popular with aquarists who value a natural, harmonious underwater biotope.

Many of these plants come from specialised nurseries for aquarium plants and are offered as in vitro, emerse or submerse plants in high-quality pots - guaranteed free of harmful substances.

Popular African aquarium plants

The best-known African species include Anubias, Bolbitis heudelotii (Congo water fern), Crinum species and Aponogeton species. These plants originate from the tropical river regions of Africa, are extremely easy to care for and grow excellently both in shaded areas and under medium lighting. They are perfect for aquascaping, perch tanks or lifelike biotope aquariums.

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