Rotala Macrandra Narrow Leaf (POT)
Rotala Macrandra Narrow Leaf is very similar in growth demands to the “normal” Rotala macrandra. This plant is very variable in nature, an Narrow leaf” form grown by Florida Aquatic Nurseries gives aquarists another leaf form in a brightly colored stem to work with in their aquascape. Rotala macrandra “Narrow leaf” demands at least moderate light levels and it must have supplemental CO2 and good nutrition or it will be prone to melting, and will never look its best. Under good conditions, however, the plant is breath-taking and a fast grower.
Rotala Macrandra mini Butterfly (POT)
Rotala macrandra 'Mini Butterfly' is a captivating aquatic plant that brings a touch of beauty and elegance to any aquarium. With its delicate, finely divided leaves resembling the wings of a butterfly, this variant of Rotala macrandra is truly a sight to behold. Its lush foliage ranges from vibrant green to stunning reddish-pink, depending on the lighting and nutrient levels in the tank.
Nymphoides Taiwan (POT)
Nymphoides 'Taiwan' grows in Asia and Africa - and this variant of the species originates from southern Taiwan. The rosette plant can become 15-25 cm tall and 10-15 cm wide. This variant is characterised by many underwater leaves and the intense, light-green, transparent colour of the plant. The plant is fast-growing and it is necessary to thin out the leaves (remove oldest leaves and surface leaves). The plant is easy to care for under varying conditions, but for optimal growth it requires a lot of nourishment. The new plant grows from the plates of old leaves.
Ludwigia Sp. Super Red (POT)
Mini Super Red Ludwigia (Ludwigia sp. “Super Red Mini”) is a very popular and very striking red plant for the serious freshwater planted aquarium. With proper care, this hardy, fast-growing plant can flourish and highlight the middle or background of the aquascape with intense red coloration. It can thrive with only moderate lighting, but it has the potential for complete red coloration with higher lighting and proper supplementation.
Hygrophila Polysperma Rosanervig (POT)
Hygrophila polysperma 'Rosanervig' is normally an undemanding plant.
It may suddenly develop shoots that are entirely green. Remove these to keep the distinctive pink, marbled leaves. If you want deep-pink leaves, you must provide intensive light. Stems becomes 20-40 cm tall and 5-8 cm wide.
The distinctive colouring of the pale leaf ribs is probably caused by a virus which prevents chlorophyll from being produced in the cells around the leaf ribs, making them white. However, this virus does not affect other plants in the aquarium.
Echinodorus Rose (POT)
This beautiful plant is a hybrid between Echinodorus horemanii ‘Red’ and Echinodorus horizontalis. It was first produced in 1986 by Hans Barth in Dessau and becomes 25-40 cm tall and a rosette from 15-25 cm wide. New underwater leaves are a beautiful pink, and initially the leaves have red-brown spots. A nutritious bottom promotes growth, but otherwise Echinodorus 'Rosé' is undemanding and thus an excellent plant for beginners.
Echinodorus Bleherae Amazonicus (POT)
Echinodorus Bleherae from tropical South America is one of the most known and popular aquarium plants. Cultivated for many years, it was first introduced under the misapplied name "Echinodorus paniculatus", later it was called Echinodorus bleheri for a long time. Its leaves are wider (3-6 cm) than those of E. grisebachii 'Amazonicus' and up to 60 cm long, lending the plant a more dominant appearance. It is mostly delivered in its terrestrial form, with longer leaf stalks and shorter leaf blades (see the photo). After planting into the aquarium, it will develop much more elongate, short stalked submerged leaves.
Echinodorus ‘Fancy Curl’ (POT)
Echinodorus Fancy Curl is a popular type of Amazon Sword that has leaves ranging from bright green to blood red. Like most swords, they should be planted directly into the substrate. When using inert substrates such as sand or gravel, it is important to supplement the plants with root tabs as Echinodorus are heavy root feeders. The plant can be grown both emersed and submerged and often times, new leaves can grow to the top above the water line.
Anubias Lanceolata
Anubias Lanceolata, like any other Anubias is an extremely easy plant to grow and can survive a wide range of water parameters. The leaves are slender and sharp unlike the round leaves of Anubias Barteri or Anubias Nana. Like other Anubias plants it can grow in both aquariums and terrariums either submerged or emersed.
Anubias Lanceolata is a flowering plant that grows best when the rhizome is attached to a hard surface such as wood or stones. They have low to medium light requirements and can benefit from regular fertilization. CO2 is not necessary but can promote faster growth and more robust leaves. Since its a slow grower, the leaves are susceptible to algae growth if placed under high lighting.