Staurogyne Repens is found in the river Rio Cristalino and originates from Brazil. This type of plant grows on and in between rocks in fast-flowing rivers and does best with full sun in its natural habitat. As an aquarium plant, staurogyne repens is a versatile plant that grows as carpets and dense bushes, making it … Read more
There isn’t one answer to what causes holes in aquarium plants, but there are things you can do to fix or avoid the problem. Cryptocorynerot, lack of food or nutrients, or even snails can all contribute to creating holes in your plants’ leaves, so here’s what that means and how to avoid it. Cryptocoryne Rot … Read more
Monte Carlo Plant, also known as the New Large Pearl Grass, is relatively new to the world of aquariums. Since these plants are “root feeders,” the best substrate for a Monte Carlo plant is a fine-grained or small-grained substrate. They make the Monte Carlo easier to plant and it helps them take root. Substrates such as Caribsea Eco-Complete Aquasoil, … Read more
Fissidens Nobilis and Fontanus are moss plants that do well in planted aquariums, but what exactly is the difference? You want the very best plants in your aquarium. The right plants will help your tank thrive so you can show off its beauty to your friends and family. Water moss varies in leaf shape, branching … Read more
Of all the emersed plants for an aquarium, Poaceae sp. purple bamboo, or Purple Bamboo, is one of the rarest. This unique species of grass can become quite the focal point of any freshwater tank display. How does Poaceae sp. Purple Bamboo grow? You can grow Purple Bamboo submerged inside or outside of water. This … Read more
Vesicularia Montagnei, or Christmas Moss, is an aquatic moss that can grow in or out of water. It looks fabulous in a planted tank and gives cover to and food for fry, small fish, and invertebrates. Many confuse it with Java Moss, which looks very much like Christmas Moss. Where is Christmas Moss native to? … Read more
When it comes to keeping a home aquarium there can be many things that take a little while to figure out. For example, is leftover food in the tank a good or a bad thing? Are the creatures fighting or playing? Is algae in your tank a good or bad sign? Knowing what to avoid … Read more
In freshwater environments, there are many plants that can give aquariums a realistic appearance while providing a cozy atmosphere for fish. Dwarf Hairgrass (Eleocharis parvula) and Mini Dwarf Hairgrass (Eleocharis acicularis) are two types that can create this ambiance by providing a beautiful carpet. The main difference between these two Hairgrasses is size and speed … Read more
Many varieties of aquarium fish, such as goldfish, tilapia, and common pleco will eat duckweed. Adding these or other fish to your tank is one way you can control its growth and have a built-in food source. Other aquatic pets, such as certain types of turtles will also eat it. What Type of Fish Eats … Read more
In this post, I want to talk about one of my all-time favorite aquarium plants. We want to talk about the tiger Lotus. So the red tiger lotus you can see in the featured image, I find to be a really unique looking plant and one of the easiest ways to get red into your … Read more
