Glossostigma Elatinoides

Alternanthera Reineckii (Parrot Leaf)Alternanthera Reineckii 'Lilacina' is a beautiful red plant for the background or back wall of an aquarium. A very decorative plant, exceptionally colorful.Difficulty of cultivation: demandingLight requirements: highCO₂ requirements: mediumHeight of mature plant: up to 40 cmGrowth rate: slowTemperature: 17-28°CAquarium location: foreground, backgroundOrigin: South AmericaCup diameter 6 cmAlternanthera Reineckii 'Lilacina' is also called Lilac Alternanthera. It is intended for the second level of the aquarium or for the background. This species has been cultivated for a long time.The natural habitat of this species is the tropical regions of South America, where it grows in swamps and on the banks of rivers and lakes. It is a typical marsh plant. For this reason, it likes to grow above the water level, ideal for aquariums with low water levels. The stems above the water are often covered with tiny white or purple flowers. This variety has elongated, lance-shaped leaves that can grow up to 9.5 cm long.It is propagated by cuttings. It is recommended to place a few cuttings in a group to obtain a compact form. However, for the plant to develop all its beauty, it must find the right conditions. It grows best in soft to medium hard water up to 12 GH with a pH of 5 to 7. It is an extremely light-loving variety. It likes full spectrum light best. Intense light for 10 hours per day makes it grow faster and produces beautiful dark red leaves. Alternantera 'Lilacina' also needs CO₂ fertilization for lush growth. This can be done at a medium level, so between 6 and 14 mg/l. A deficiency of macro- and micronutrients is immediately noticeable in the form of changes in the leaf blades. The best substrate for this variety is a active substrate of good quality; it also grows well and happily in garden soil. It forms a poorly developed root system, consisting of a single bundle of thin and tender roots. It is worth cutting this plant back, and the cut shoots can be planted directly into the soil to obtain new cuttings. 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 1-2 cm lumps and then place them at a small distance..

Aquascaping bonsai for aquariums Bonsai trees for your aquarium! Offering plenty of scope for creativity when designing your aquascape layout. Original decoration Natural and gnarled appearance Ideal for aquascaping tanks As with any type of wood, a bacterial film may initially form on the surface. This is not mould and is completely harmless. The bacterial film can simply be vacuumed off and is also readily eaten by many aquarium inhabitants. The delicate branches are ideal for planting with moss or smaller Bucephalandra species, and the subtle roots at the base allow for perfect integration into the layout. As this is a handmade item, the product you receive may differ from the photograph. Size: S - 144 mm x 245 mm x 164 mm M - 179 mm x 257 mm x 215 mmL -  214 mm x 319 mm x 270 mm

Vallisneria spiralis Torta Large screw - swamp screw max. growth height 30 - 50 cm Country of origin Africa, Asia Suitability Perch aquarium, community aquarium Type  Rosette Family Hydrocharitaceae Genus Vallisneria Propagation Stolons Growth rate medium pH 6 - 9 Water hardness 10 - 30 °dh Notes   A very decorative variety of Vallisneria spiralis with a twisted growth habit. It is also known commercially as ‘screw vallisneria’. With a height of 30-50 cm, the leaves remain significantly shorter than those of the stem form. It is also undemanding in cultivation, only the light intensity should be slightly higher than for the normal V. spiralis. The ‘Torta’ variety is suitable for the middle ground of small aquaria or the background of larger aquaria.

Eleocharis pusilla - Dwarf needle sedge max. growth height - 6 cm Country of origin Australia, New Zealand Suitability Aquascaping, community aquarium, NanoCube Type Stolons family Cyperaceae Genus Eleocharis Propagation Stolons, division Growth rate   pH 5 - 7 Water hardness 2 - 8 °dh Notes   The dwarf needle sedge Eleocharis pusilla is native to Australia and New Zealand, where it colonises wetlands with different water levels. In contrast to Eleocharis acicularis, its growth height is significantly shorter, usually only a few centimetres high. Another distinguishing feature is the light green, slightly curved stems of the dwarf needle sedge. This grass plant grows optimally in cooler water; it cannot tolerate permanently higher temperatures above 25° C. For stone layouts in the style of Iwagumi, this delicate beauty is ideal for creating a fresh "summer meadow". Like the needle sedge, the dwarf needle sedge is also easy to cut back, making the plant even denser and more compact.Aquatic plants in vitroIn vitro plants are cultivated in the laboratory under sterile conditions. They are supplied in a 7cm closed container. The small plants are completely free of algae and snails and can be planted directly. This product group is ideal for smaller aquariums and nano cubes as well as for modern aquascaping. You can easily see how demanding each plant is by looking at the top right-hand corner of the packaging. Before planting, simply rinse off the culture medium and portion out the plant

Hottonia inflataHottonia Inflata (Nasturtium Hottonia) is a low-maintenance, secondary plant. It is characterized by branching stems with alternate pinnate, light green leaves.Difficulty of growing: easyLight requirements: mediumCO₂ requirements: mediumHeight of adult plant: up to 40 cmGrowth rate: fastTemperature: 18-26°CPlacement in aquarium: Second levelOrigin: North AmericaShell diameter: 6 cmHottonia Inflata (Nasturtium Hottonia, Nasturtium Columbine) is a relatively easy to grow stem plant. It is intended for the second or third tier of plants in the aquarium. Its natural range is central and eastern North America. It grows in wetlands where it overgrows shallow, still waters such as swamps and ponds. It prefers moderate, moist climates without extreme temperatures and acidic water, but can tolerate neutral water. In nature, seeds germinate in shallow waters in fall or winter. The young plants are protected from low temperatures by water. As they grow, the stem expands until it reaches the water table. When the temperature rises, the plant forms the characteristic flower stalks with which it floats on the water surface.The flowers appear by late spring or summer. The plant produces numerous seeds that float on the water surface for a short time. They then sink to the muddy bottom of the pool where they germinate or go dormant for a year. After the seeds are released, the plant dies. Therefore, it should be cut back regularly in the aquarium. Hottonia inflata has branched stems from which alternate elongated, pinnate, light green leaves emerge. It is prized by aquarists for its unique appearance, ease of cultivation and rapid growth. In aquariums, the plant is propagated vegetatively by lateral regrowth or by cutting off the tips and planting them in the substrate. After pruning, it spreads and forms dense clumps.It does not require CO₂ fertilization, but its administration significantly accelerates growth. Like other plants, it needs liquid fertilizers so that it can absorb nutrients from the water column (nitrogen compounds, potassium, phosphates, iron, magnesium). It grows best in an active substrate; if the substrate is poor, it is advisable to add additional fertilizer directly under the roots.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 1-2 cm lumps and then place them at a small distance on the selected items.

Pogostemon erectusPogostemon Erectus is a green-stemmed aquarium plant. It looks especially attractive when planted in compact groups, in the background.Difficult to grow: moderately demanding Light requirements: medium CO₂ requirements: medium Height of the adult plant: up to 40 cm Growth rate: moderate Temperature: 20-28°C Aquarium location: Foreground, background Origin: Asia - India Cup diameter 6 cm Pogostemon Erectus, or erect chard, is a decorative, light green stem plant that resembles a mini-conifer in its growth. It belongs to the light family. It is an ideal background plant. It is best planted in groups, as it forms dense clumps that provide a background for other aquarium species. Pogostemon likes to grow above the water surface. Pogostemon grows between 15 - 30 cm tall, but can reach up to 40 cm under favorable conditions. The width of a single stem is usually not more than 3 cm. The plant needs quite a lot of light, otherwise there are no major care requirements. Due to the moderate growth rate, pruning is rather rare. It tolerates water with a pH of 5.5-8 and water hardness of 1-20° dH. Pogostemon can be propagated by planting cut tips in the substrate. Pruning is recommended to maintain a compact structure. This variety is not difficult to grow as long as it receives sufficient light (at least 0.5 W/l). CO₂ fertilization is advisable.Planting: The plant must be removed from the cup and thoroughly rinsed of 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 1-2 cm lumps and then place them at a small distance on the selected items..

Jungle House from Aquaviefinished hardscapeeach piece is uniquemade by handsize SM = 28x17x22cmsize L = 49x31x31cmThe trees can be covered with moss or Anubias petit. A carpet with glossistigma would provide a nice contrast at the bottom. Dare to try this scape!If you don't dare to create a hardscape yourself, you can buy ready-made decorations from Aquavie. Ready-made underwater landscape made from roots and natural stones. The Jungle House represents a bonsai forest in which the roots form caves.