Hygrophila corymbosa - cherry leaf - giant water lover

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.

Hygrophila corymbosa Stricta / Giant Waterweed max. growth height - 50 cm Country of origin   Suitability   Type Rosette plant Family Acanthaceae Genus Hygrophila Propagation Cuttings, side shoots Growth rate fast pH 5 - 8 Water hardness 0 - 20 °dh Notes   This variety has large but narrower leaves than the standard form H. corymbosa. Here too, the underwater leaves turn light green, but underwater the spacing between the leaf pairs is denser. In open aquariums, the shoot tips can grow out and quickly revert to their vibrant dark green colour. Good lighting and CO2-supplementation significantly promote growth. Large-leaved Hygrophila are best shown to their best advantage in aquariums of 100 cm or more. To achieve a beautiful effect, a group of plants comprising at least 10–15 stems should be planted.

Hydrocotyle leucocephala (Brazilian pennywort) max. growth height - 60 cm Country of origin Central America Suitability Discus aquarium, community aquarium Type Stolons Family Apiaceae Genus Hydrocotyle Propagation Cuttings, side shoots Growth rate fast pH 5 - 9 Water hardness 0 - 30 °dh Notes   The “Brazilian pennywort” Hydrocotyle leucocephala is a very undemanding stem plant. We discovered the plant in the shallow waters of crystal-clear rivers, but also in the damp substrate of the dense jungle. It grows very quickly in the aquarium and is highly recommended for novice aquarists. As soon as the shoots have reached the water surface, they continue to grow in a floating manner. Due to its rapid growth, the stems need to be shortened and replanted frequently.

Hottonia palustris max. growth height  -30cm Country of origin  Europe Suitability  Aquascaping, NanoCube Type  Stem plant Family  Primulaceae Genus  Hottonia Propagation  Cuttings Growth rate  fast pH  5 - 7.5 Water hardness  - °dh Notes   A very attractive stem plant is Hottonia palustris. The filigree and feathery leaves are reminiscent of a Limophila or Myriophyllum species. The plant can be used well in the middle to background. It is highly recommended as an alternative to the invasive (trade ban) Cabomba carolinia. The water feather is a very graceful plant with feathery leaves. It has long been known in aquaristics as a well-growing foreground or middle ground plant. Good lighting and sufficient CO2 supply are certainly necessary for good growth. Hottonia is highly recommended for unheated aquariums due to its distribution in the temperate climate zone. It is even native to some sites in Germany and is a protected species there. Due to the beautifully slit leaves, the water feather can be placed to great contrast in a carpet of Hemianthus Cuba or Micranthemum spec. 'Montecarlo'.

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.

Echinodorus Jungle Star No. 2 / Sword Plant Little Bear max. growth height - 25 cm Country of origin Cultivated form Suitability Perch aquarium, community aquarium Type  Rosette plant Family Alismataceae Genus Echinodorus Propagation Adventive plants on the flower stalk Growth rate medium pH 5 - 8 Water hardness 0 - 20 °dh Notes   The 'Little Bear' variety has been on the market since 1995 and is still one of the most popular red-leaved varieties. In the aquarium, the plant forms a compact rosette with a rust-red to deep dark red colour. Older plants reach a height of up to 25 cm. As with many Echinodorus varieties, emersed and submerged leaves differ enormously. The 'Little Bear' is bright green in the greenhouse and produces its first red submerged leaves after just a few days in the aquarium. Always a fascinating spectacle!