Duckweed (Lemnaceae), also known as water lens and bayroot, is a tiny floating plant, that holds the distinction of being one of the smallest flowering plants in existence. It can be found in nearly every type of aquatic environment, but only truly thrives and proliferates in environments that have little in the way of current. In wetlands and ponds, where the water is … [Read more...] about Duckweed – How to Grow and Care for Duckweed in the Home Aquarium
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Hygrophila Polysperma – How to Grow and Care for Hygrophila Polysperma in the Home Aquarium
Quick Stats Minimum Tank Size: 10 Gallons (37 Litres) Care Level: Very Easy Water Conditions: 5-8 pH and Soft to Moderately Hard Temperature: 64–86 °F (18-30 °C) Maximum Size: 24 inches (60 cm) Hygrophila polysperma, also known as dwarf hygro, Indian waterweed and dwarf hygrophila is one of the hardiest aquarium plants available in the aquarium hobby. It is so … [Read more...] about Hygrophila Polysperma – How to Grow and Care for Hygrophila Polysperma in the Home Aquarium
Water Sprite – How to Grow and Care Water Sprite in the Home Aquarium
Water Sprite Stats Minimum Tank Size: 10 Gallons Care Level: Easy Water Conditions: 5-9 ph and Soft to Moderately Hard Temperature: 68–86 °F(20-30 °C) Maximum Size: 12 inches (30 cm) Water sprite (Ceratopteris thalictroides) is an easy to cultivate, fast growing beginner plant that is the suitable for a wide array of aquariums and water types. It can be found on … [Read more...] about Water Sprite – How to Grow and Care Water Sprite in the Home Aquarium
Water Wisteria – How to Grow and Care for Water Wisteria in a Home Aquarium
Water Wisteria Stats Minimum Tank Size: 10 Gallons Care Level: Easy Water Conditions: 6.5-7.5 ph and Soft to Moderately Hard Temperature: 75–82 °F (24-28 °C) Maximum Size: 20 inches (50 cm) Water wisteria (Hygrophila difformis) is an easy and undemanding aquatic plant that is used by beginner and experienced aquarists alike. Its quick growth, combined with its … [Read more...] about Water Wisteria – How to Grow and Care for Water Wisteria in a Home Aquarium
Java Fern – How to Grow and Care for a Java Fern in the Home Aquarium
Java Fern Stats Minimum Tank Size: 10 Gallons Care Level: Easy Water Conditions: 6-8 ph and Soft to Moderately Hard Temperature: 22–27 °C (72–82 °F) Maximum Size: 13 ½ inches (35 cm) The Java fern (Microsorum pteropus) is an aquatic fern native to South East Asia. There are many different varieties of this fern, and the size of the plant and leaf shape will vary … [Read more...] about Java Fern – How to Grow and Care for a Java Fern in the Home Aquarium