THE Aquarium Plant Encyclopedia
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🌿 The Only Plant Database That Won't Gaslight You About "Easy Care"
250+ species. Lab-tested parameters. Zero "just add CO2 lol" advice.
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Beginner Plants: The "Please God Just Stay Green" Tier
If you kill these, take up fishless cycling as a hobby instead
Java Moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri
The cockroach of aquarium plants. Grows on literally anything. Wood, rocks, your filter intake, that decoration you forgot about. Will outlive your tank, your house, possibly civilization itself.
Anubias Nana
Anubias barteri var. nana
Grows slower than continental drift. Perfect for people who forget they have plants. Pro tip: DON'T bury the rhizome unless you enjoy dead plants.
Java Fern
Microsorum pteropus
Makes baby plants on its leaves like some kind of botanical miracle. Don't bury the rhizome (yes, we're saying it again). Literally perfect for beginners unless you enjoy killing plants on purpose.
Marimo Moss Ball
Aegagropila linnaei
It's algae. Shaped like a ball. That's it. That's the plant. Roll it once a month so it stays round. If you kill this, please consider fake plants.
Amazon Sword
Echinodorus grisebachii
Feed it root tabs and watch it CONSUME YOUR TANK. Grows like it's training for a marathon. Will block all your light unless pruned. Perfect background plant for lazy aquascapers.
Cryptocoryne Wendtii
Cryptocoryne wendtii
Melts when you first plant it. Comes back. Melts if you change water. Comes back. Eventually gives up dying and becomes immortal. Available in brown, bronze, green, and 'I can't tell the difference'.
Hornwort
Ceratophyllum demersum
Grows so fast it makes stem plants jealous. Sheds needles everywhere like a Christmas tree with anxiety. Great for soaking up nutrients and making your filter cry. No roots. Just chaos.
Water Sprite
Ceratopteris thalictroides
The Swiss Army knife of beginner plants. Float it, plant it, use it as a backdrop, throw it in a bucket—it'll grow. Makes babies constantly. Perfect for fry tanks and newbie mistakes.
Anubias Barteri
Anubias barteri
Everything you love about Anubias Nana but bigger. Perfect for larger tanks. Grows even slower somehow. Great for people who want plants but hate pruning.
Duckweed
Lemna minor
Will take over your tank. Then your other tanks. Then your neighbor's tanks. Multiplies like it's in a sci-fi movie. Great for nutrients, terrible for your sanity.
Vallisneria Spiralis
Vallisneria spiralis
Perfect for hard water tanks. Sends runners everywhere. Grows tall enough to touch the surface. Great for creating jungle vibes without the jungle maintenance.
Elodea (Anacharis)
Egeria densa
Survives everything including being forgotten in a closet for weeks. Great for goldfish tanks. Produces oxygen like it's getting paid for it. Trim weekly or it takes over.
Cryptocoryne Lucens
Cryptocoryne lucens
One of the few Crypts that doesn't throw a tantrum when planted. Bright green leaves. Great for nano tanks. Actually stays the size you want.
African Water Fern (Bolbitis)
Bolbitis heudelotii
Loves water flow. Darker, more delicate looking than Java Fern. Perfect for river tank setups. Don't bury the rhizome (yes, again).
Christmas Moss
Vesicularia montagnei
Branches form triangle shapes. Looks festive year-round. Slower growing than Java moss, which is a blessing. Great for hardscape.
Dwarf Sagittaria
Sagittaria subulata
The only carpet plant beginners can actually grow. Sends runners everywhere. Looks like tiny grass. CO2 makes it spread faster but isn't required.
Amazon Frogbit
Limnobium laevigatum
Mini lily pads with impressive root systems. Great for shrimp to graze on. Multiplies rapidly. Perfect for soaking up excess nutrients.
Anubias Nana Petite
Anubias barteri var. nana 'Petite'
All the Anubias toughness in an adorable tiny package. Perfect for nano tanks and detailed hardscapes. Grows even slower than regular Nana. Shrimp think it's furniture.
Cryptocoryne Parva
Cryptocoryne parva
Smallest Cryptocoryne species. Perfect for nano foregrounds. Grows slower than your retirement fund. Once established though? Worth the wait.
Peacock Moss
Taxiphyllum sp.
Grows in beautiful fan-shaped patterns. More organized than Java moss. Great for creating texture on hardscape. Relatively slow growing.
Water Wisteria
Hygrophila difformis
Leaves change shape depending on light. High light = lacy leaves. Low light = broad leaves. Grows fast. Great for filling space quickly.
Red Root Floater
Phyllanthus fluitans
Stunning red undersides under high light. Deep red roots. Spreads moderately. Perfect for adding color to the surface without going full CO2.
Cabomba
Cabomba caroliniana
Fan-shaped feathery leaves. Grows fast. Great for filling background quickly. Goldfish love eating it. You've been warned.
Cryptocoryne Willisii
Cryptocoryne × willisii
Small, narrow leaves. Hardy hybrid. Great for foreground. One of the more forgiving Crypts. Actually tolerates hard water.
Salvinia
Salvinia natans
Fuzzy leaves repel water. Multiplies rapidly. Great for shading aggressive algae. Easy to control compared to duckweed.
Anubias Gracilis
Anubias gracilis
Narrow, graceful leaves. Taller than Nana. Same bulletproof reliability. Perfect for adding vertical interest to low-tech tanks.
Rotala Green
Rotala rotundifolia 'Green'
Stays green without CO2. Less demanding than colored varieties. Fast growing. Great for learning stem plant trimming techniques.
Cryptocoryne Undulata
Cryptocoryne undulata
Hammered wavy leaves. Color varies from green to brown. Hardy once established. Tolerates wider range of conditions than most Crypts.
Dwarf Sagittaria
Sagittaria subulata
Thin grass-like leaves. Sends runners everywhere. The only carpet plant beginners reliably succeed with. Can grow tall in low light.
Guppy Grass
Najas guadalupensis
Grows insanely fast. Perfect for breeding tanks. Creates dense cover for fry. Basically unkillable. Trim constantly or it takes over.
Taiwan Moss
Taxiphyllum alternans
Forms neat triangular branches. Denser than Java moss. Slower growing. Great for creating detailed hardscape coverage.
Temple Plant
Hygrophila corymbosa
Large oval leaves. Grows quickly. Can reach the surface. Great for filling background space. Handles neglect surprisingly well.
Hornwort (Soft)
Ceratophyllum submersum
Softer texture than regular hornwort. Still sheds needles. Still grows insanely fast. Still great for nutrient control.
Cryptocoryne Retrospiralis
Cryptocoryne retrospiralis
Long, twisted ribbon-like leaves. One of the few Crypts that tolerates hard water. Can grow quite tall. Great background plant.
Najas Grass
Najas indica
Thin, bushy growth. Grows extremely fast. Great for nutrient control. Perfect for breeding tanks. Trim weekly minimum.
Ludwigia Palustris
Ludwigia palustris
Green tops, red undersides. Gets redder with more light but doesn't demand it. Fast growing. Great intro to colored stems.
Anubias Hastifolia
Anubias hastifolia
Largest Anubias species. Arrow-shaped leaves. Can reach 40cm+. Perfect for large tanks. Same unkillable DNA as smaller cousins.
Rotala Singapore
Rotala rotundifolia 'Singapore'
Compact Rotala variant. Tolerates warmer water. Gets orange tones in high light without being demanding. Great beginner stem.
Cryptocoryne Affinis
Cryptocoryne affinis
Hammered leaves with brown-green coloration. One of the hardier Crypts. Color varies with light. Good for beginners learning Crypts.
Java Fern Narrow Leaf
Microsorum pteropus 'Narrow'
Thinner, more elegant leaves than regular Java Fern. Same bulletproof nature. Creates flowing effect. Perfect for hardscape.
Micro Sword
Lilaeopsis brasiliensis
Small grass-like plant. Spreads via runners but slowly. Good beginner foreground plant. More forgiving than hairgrass.
String Moss
Leptodictyum riparium
Forms long strings of growth. Can hang vertically or attach horizontally. Easy care. Creates interesting texture.
Moneywort
Bacopa monnieri
Small round leaves in pairs. Grows quickly. Can grow emersed. Very forgiving. Great for beginners learning stem plants.
Cryptocoryne Beckettii
Cryptocoryne beckettii
Olive-green with brown tones. Hardy and reliable. Will melt initially but recovers. Good beginner Crypt for learning melt recovery.
Anubias Congensis
Anubias congensis
Longer, narrower leaves than Barteri. Same indestructible nature. Great for adding variety to Anubias collection without added difficulty.
Salvinia Minima
Salvinia minima
Smaller than regular Salvinia. Spreads quickly. Fuzzy water-repellent leaves. Easy to control. Great for shading.
Parrot Feather
Myriophyllum aquaticum
Bright green feathery foliage. Can grow above water. Fast growing. Forgiving of parameters. Great for paludariums too.
Anubias Lanceolata
Anubias lanceolata
Long, narrow lance-shaped leaves. Larger variety. Same Anubias toughness. Great for creating vertical lines in aquascapes.
Riccia Fluitans
Riccia fluitans
Technically a liverwort. Floats or can be tied down. Pearls beautifully with CO2. Bright green. Requires tying to keep submerged.
Dwarf Hygro
Hygrophila polysperma
Grows incredibly fast. Small oval leaves. Great for soaking up nutrients. Easy to propagate from cuttings. Trim constantly.
Cryptocoryne Lutea
Cryptocoryne × lutea
Hybrid with yellowish-green leaves. Hardier than many pure species. Good beginner Crypt. Tolerates various conditions.
Java Fern Trident
Microsorum pteropus 'Trident'
Three-pronged leaf tips. Smaller than regular Java Fern. Same toughness. Great for adding texture variety. Don't bury the rhizome!
Water Lettuce
Pistia stratiotes
Rosettes of velvety leaves. Long feathery roots. Multiplies via runners. Great for nutrient export. Can get large.
Cryptocoryne Pontederiifolia
Cryptocoryne pontederiifolia
Heart-shaped bright green leaves. One of the easier Crypts. Relatively fast growing for a Crypt. Good starter for Crypt lovers.
Subwassertang
Lomariopsis cf. lineata
Actually a liverwort, not moss. Flat, lobed structure. Shrimp love it. Grows slowly. Can float or attach. Very forgiving.
Brazilian Pennywort
Hydrocotyle leucocephala
Round coin-like leaves. Grows extremely fast. Can grow emersed. Great for nutrient export. Will take over if not trimmed.
Cryptocoryne Nevillii
Cryptocoryne nevillii
Very small Crypt. Perfect for nano tank foregrounds. Hardy and reliable. Spreads slowly via runners.
Hairgrass (Dwarf)
Eleocharis parvula
Shorter than regular hairgrass. Carpets decently without CO2 (just slower). More forgiving than HC Cuba. Good first carpet plant.
Moss Ball Mix
Various species
Java or Christmas moss wrapped around rocks/wood. Easy way to add moss without tying. Just place and go.
Staurogyne Bihar
Staurogyne sp. 'Bihar'
Compact growth. Less demanding than Repens. Good for foreground/midground. Hardy and forgiving.
Intermediate Plants: The "I Own a Timer" Tier
For aquascapers who've graduated from killing Anubias
Rotala Rotundifolia
Rotala rotundifolia
The gateway drug to high-tech planted tanks. Grows fast, needs CO2 to look good, turns stunning red/orange under intense light. Will teach you the art of trimming or consume your entire tank.
Bucephalandra 'Kedagang'
Bucephalandra sp.
Shimmers like a disco ball underwater. Grows at geological speeds. Perfect for nano tanks where you want one plant to last 5 years. Don't bury the rhizome—we know you know, but we're saying it anyway.
Ludwigia Repens
Ludwigia repens
Your tank's mood ring. Red top = you're doing great! Green throughout = add more iron and stop lying about your fertilizer schedule. Fast grower that makes your aquascape look professional.
Pogostemon Helferi (Downoi)
Pogostemon helferi
The "wow, what's THAT?" plant everyone asks about. Wavy leaves create amazing texture. Stays compact in high light, stretches in low light. CO2 turns it from meh to magnificent.
Flame Moss
Taxiphyllum sp.
Unlike its horizontal cousins, this moss grows vertically like tiny flames. Perfect for creating height on hardscape. Slower growing than Java moss, which is actually a blessing in disguise.
Hygrophila Pinnatifida
Hygrophila pinnatifida
Purple undersides. Serrated leaves. Can be planted OR attached to hardscape. Basically the Swiss Army knife of intermediate stems. Grows horizontally along surfaces like it owns the place.
Weeping Moss
Vesicularia ferriei
Grows downward like willow branches. Perfect for creating tree effects on driftwood. More delicate than Java moss. Needs good flow to look its best.
Cryptocoryne Balansae
Cryptocoryne crispatula var. balansae
Tall Crypt with flowing, hammered leaves. Great background plant. Tolerates harder water than most Crypts. Initial melt is mandatory—it's the initiation ritual.
Bucephalandra 'Brownie'
Bucephalandra sp.
Rich brown-red coloration. Compact growth. One of the more affordable Buce varieties. Perfect for hardscape accents.
Rotala Indica
Rotala rotundifolia 'Indica'
Smaller leaves than regular Rotundifolia. Turns beautiful pink-red under high light. Fast growing. Great for creating colorful streets in Dutch aquascapes.
Hydrocotyle Tripartita
Hydrocotyle tripartita
Forms dense clover-like carpet. Unique texture for foregrounds. Needs regular trimming or it grows upward. CO2 keeps it compact and lush.
Ambulia
Limnophila sessiliflora
Super feathery texture. Grows fast under high light. Great for adding lush density to backgrounds. Needs frequent trimming to prevent tanking over.
Phoenix Moss
Fissidens fontanus
Fronds grow in feather-like patterns. More structured than typical mosses. Slower growing. Needs clean water and good flow. Worth the extra effort.
Cryptocoryne Spiralis
Cryptocoryne spiralis
Long, twisted leaves create interesting texture. Hardy once established. Can get quite tall. Perfect for adding movement to the midground.
Bucephalandra 'Blue Velvet'
Bucephalandra sp.
Blue iridescent leaves that shimmer underwater. One of the most popular Buce varieties. Compact size perfect for nano tanks. Slow growth = low maintenance.
Cardinal Plant
Lobelia cardinalis
Purple-red stems with bright green leaves. Can grow emersed and produce red flowers. Needs high light for best coloration. Moderate growth rate.
Hairgrass (Dwarf)
Eleocharis acicularis
Classic carpeting grass. Creates beautiful lawn effect. Needs high light and CO2 to carpet properly. Spreads via runners. Trim to keep height even.
Monte Carlo
Micranthemum tweediei
Easier than HC Cuba but still creates that lush green carpet. Round leaves. Stays down better without insane CO2. The people's carpeting choice.
River Buttercup
Ranunculus inundatus
Unique buttercup-shaped leaves. Prefers cooler temps. Creates interesting texture in foregrounds. Not commonly available but worth hunting for.
Bacopa Caroliniana
Bacopa caroliniana
Thick, succulent-like leaves turn pink-red under high light. Grows moderately. Can grow emersed. More forgiving than many colorful stems.
Mini Coral Moss
Riccardia chamedryfolia
Technically a liverwort, not moss. Intricate branching pattern. Delicate and beautiful. Needs clean water and gentle flow. Perfect for small hardscape details.
Nesaea Golden
Nesaea pedicellata 'Golden'
Stunning orange-gold coloration. Needs high iron and micro nutrients. Fast growing under good conditions. Creates amazing color contrast.
Mermaid Weed
Proserpinaca palustris
Unique serrated leaves turn vibrant orange under high light and nutrients. Moderately demanding. Creates interesting texture contrast in planted tanks.
Rotala H'ra
Rotala sp. 'H'ra'
Delicate needle-like leaves. Creates fine texture in stems sections. Turns pink-orange under optimal conditions. Slower than other Rotalas.
Red Myrio
Myriophyllum mattogrossense
Fine, feathery leaves turn deep red-orange. Grows fast. Creates amazing texture and color. Needs regular trimming to maintain density.
Anubias Coffeefolia
Anubias barteri 'Coffeefolia'
Unique bullate (bumpy) leaf texture. Darker green than most Anubias. Same bulletproof nature. Perfect for adding texture variety to low-tech tanks.
Fissidens Nobilis
Fissidens nobilis
Larger than Phoenix moss. More upright growth. Creates beautiful feathery texture. Needs pristine water conditions. Worth the investment.
Advanced Plants: The "I Inject CO2" Tier
Where fertilizer dosing becomes a science experiment
Dwarf Baby Tears (HC Cuba)
Hemianthus callitrichoides
The smallest carpet plant. Your ticket to competition aquascaping. Without high CO2 + light, it just floats away and mocks your setup. With proper conditions? Absolute green carpet perfection.
Rotala Macrandra
Rotala macrandra
The Lamborghini of red plants. Insanely beautiful. Insanely demanding. Soft water, high iron, consistent CO2, or it melts faster than your budget for this hobby. Worth every headache.
Staurogyne Repens
Staurogyne repens
Stays low and compact under high light. Creeps like it's sneaking around. Perfect for creating texture without the soul-crushing difficulty of HC Cuba. Still needs good CO2 though.
Cryptocoryne Flamingo
Cryptocoryne sp.
One of the few naturally pink aquatic plants. Slow growing. Will melt if you look at it wrong (it's a Crypt). But once established? Showstopper status. Needs good light to maintain pink.
Utricularia Graminifolia
Utricularia graminifolia
A carnivorous plant that carpets. Yes, really. Catches micro-organisms with tiny bladders. Forms a dense, grass-like carpet. Flowers above water. Basically magic that requires perfect conditions.
Alternanthera Reineckii Mini
Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini'
Smaller version of regular AR, which means even more demanding. Deep purple-red coloration under maximum light and CO2. Loves iron. Will teach you the meaning of 'high maintenance'.
Pogostemon Erectus
Pogostemon erectus
Star-shaped whorls of needle leaves. Grows tall and upright. Needs intense light or it gets leggy. CO2 is mandatory. Creates amazing vertical accent.
Limnophila Aromatica
Limnophila aromatica
Stunning purple-red coloration. Actually aromatic when crushed. Needs high light and CO2. Fast growing under optimal conditions. Worth the effort.
Cryptocoryne Nurii
Cryptocoryne nurii
Olive-green with reddish undersides. Rare in the hobby. Melts if you sneeze wrong. Once happy though, absolutely gorgeous. Patience required.
Ludwigia Inclinata 'Cuba'
Ludwigia inclinata var. verticillata 'Cuba'
Incredible orange-yellow gradient. One of the most colorful stems. Extremely demanding. Needs soft water, high iron, perfect CO2. Competition tank staple.
Glossostigma
Glossostigma elatinoides
Small oval leaves. Carpets fast under high light and CO2. Will grow upward in low light. Needs intense conditions to stay flat and dense.
Ammannia Gracilis
Ammannia gracilis
Vibrant orange-red coloration. Thin leaves in whorls. Needs high nutrients especially iron. Grows fast when happy. Melts when sad.
Mayaca Fluviatilis
Mayaca fluviatilis
Tiny moss-like leaves on stems. Creates unique fluffy texture. Needs acidic water and perfect conditions. Slow growing. Extremely delicate.
Eichhornia Diversifolia
Eichhornia diversifolia
Long, flowing strap leaves. Creates movement in the tank. Not commonly available. Needs high nutrients and CO2 to thrive.
Ludwigia Brevipes
Ludwigia brevipes
Deep wine-red coloration. Round leaves. Needs high iron and nitrates. Fast growing when conditions are right. Competition tank favorite.
Rotala Bangladesh
Rotala sp. 'Bangladesh'
Extremely small pink leaves. Stays compact under extreme light. One of the most demanding Rotalas. Absolutely stunning when grown well.
Nesaea Crassicaulis
Nesaea crassicaulis
Large, thick reddish stems. Creates bold presence. Needs lots of nutrients. Fast growing. Perfect for large tanks with high-tech setups.
Cryptocoryne Aponogetifolia
Cryptocoryne aponogetifolia
Can grow over 50cm tall. Long, narrow, hammered leaves. Stunning background plant. Slow to establish but worth the wait.
Persicaria 'Sao Paulo'
Persicaria sp. 'Sao Paulo'
Stunning pink and white variegation. Extremely eye-catching. Needs perfect conditions for color. Grows moderately fast. Competition tank showpiece.
Blyxa Japonica
Blyxa japonica
Forms compact grass-like rosettes. Needs soft, acidic water. High light and CO2 mandatory. Creates unique texture. Not for beginners.
Rotala Wallichii
Rotala wallichii
Incredibly fine, feathery pink leaves. One of the most beautiful stems. Also one of the most demanding. Soft water essential. Worth every headache.
Hygrophila 'Araguaia'
Hygrophila sp. 'Araguaia'
Compact growth with reddish tones. Stays relatively small. Perfect for midground. Needs high light to prevent stretching. Fast growing when happy.
Syngonanthus Belem
Syngonanthus sp. 'Belem'
Forms star-shaped rosettes. Needs very soft, acidic water. High light mandatory. Unique appearance. For advanced aquascapers only.
Eriocaulon Setaceum
Eriocaulon setaceum
Fine needle-like leaves in tight rosettes. Needs extremely soft water. High light and CO2 essential. Beautiful when grown well. Challenging to maintain.
Ammania Senegalensis
Ammania senegalensis
Stunning copper-bronze coloration. Narrow leaves. Fast growing under optimal conditions. Needs high iron. Creates unique color palette.
Cryptocoryne Albida
Cryptocoryne albida
Olive-brown leaves with unique coloration. More sensitive than common Crypts. Rare in hobby. Beautiful once established.
Ludwigia Ovalis
Ludwigia ovalis
Small oval leaves turn deep wine-red. Compact growth. Needs high nutrients and iron. Perfect for midground color accent.
Expert Plants: The "My Tank Has a pH Controller" Tier
For masochists and competition aquascapers only
Eriocaulon Cinereum
Eriocaulon cinereum
The final boss of aquatic plants. Needs soft water, extreme light, massive CO2, and your firstborn child. Shimmers silver-white under perfect conditions. One degree off? Dead. Worth it for bragging rights.
Tonina Fluviatilis
Syngonanthus sp.
Fluffy texture that looks alien. Requires acidic water or it melts instantly. One of the most demanding stems. If you can grow this, you've ascended to aquascaping enlightenment.
Bucephalandra 'Wavy Green'
Bucephalandra sp.
One of the rarest Buce cultivars. Waves so dramatic they make ocean plants jealous. Grows slower than your 401k. Costs more than your monthly groceries. Absolutely worth it.
Eriocaulon Vietnam
Eriocaulon sp.
Forms tight grass-like rosettes. Stunning in competition tanks. Will die if your GH goes above 4. Requires RO water, perfect ferts, insane light. The plant that separates hobbyists from professionals.
Syngonanthus Macrocaulon
Syngonanthus macrocaulon
Looks like a pom-pom on a stick. Demands pH below 6.0, extreme CO2, perfect macro/micro balance. One misstep = instant melt. If you succeed, frame a photo and put it on your resume.
Cryptocoryne Cordata 'Rosanervig'
Cryptocoryne cordata var.
Pink-veined leaves that look hand-painted. Extremely rare. Will melt 47 times before deciding to grow. Once established? Immortal. Getting there? Your new full-time job.
Eriocaulon Australia
Eriocaulon sp. 'Australia'
Tight rosette formation. Needs RO water with TDS under 100. High light. Maximum CO2. One parameter slip? Dead. Competition tank finale boss.
Bucephalandra 'Theia'
Bucephalandra sp.
Stunning blue-purple iridescence. One of the rarest Buce cultivars. Tiny leaves. Commands astronomical prices. Worth selling a kidney.
Eriocaulon Quinquangulare
Eriocaulon quinquangulare
Pentagonal cross-section stems. Forms dense rosettes. Needs ultra-soft water. High iron requirements. Rare and challenging.
Syngonanthus Rio Negro
Syngonanthus sp. 'Rio Negro'
Requires extremely acidic water. Fluffy texture. Very sensitive to water parameters. For masochists with RO systems and pH controllers.
Bucephalandra 'Godzilla'
Bucephalandra sp.
One of the larger Bucephalandra varieties. Dark green with purple tones. Slow growing. Highly sought after. Prepare your credit card.
Eriocaulon Parkeri
Eriocaulon parkeri
Compact bright green rosettes. Stays very small. Needs soft water and perfect nutrients. Beautiful for nano foregrounds when you can keep it alive.
Rotala Mexicana 'Goias'
Rotala sp. 'Goias'
Vibrant pink coloration. Extremely delicate. Needs soft water, high CO2, perfect nutrients. Melts if you breathe wrong. Competition aquascaping holy grail.
Cryptocoryne Keei
Cryptocoryne keei
Extremely rare in the hobby. Variable leaf patterns. Slow growing. Melts frequently. For serious Crypt collectors only.
Syngonanthus Inundatus
Syngonanthus inundatus
Forms star-like rosettes. Needs extremely acidic water. Very sensitive to nitrates. For advanced planted tank specialists with RO systems.
Bucephalandra 'Skeleton King'
Bucephalandra sp.
Dark purple-black leaves with prominent veining. One of the most expensive Buce cultivars. Slow growing. Elite collector status symbol.
Eriocaulon Polaris
Eriocaulon sp. 'Polaris'
Thin needle-like leaves radiating from center. Needs cooler water, extreme light, soft water. Competition tank staple. Not for the faint of heart.
Cryptocoryne Purpurea
Cryptocoryne purpurea
Purple undersides on leaves. Rare in cultivation. Extra sensitive to changes. Beautiful color but challenging to maintain.
Ludwigia Inclinata 'White'
Ludwigia inclinata 'White'
Pale white-yellow coloration. Absolutely stunning. Needs perfect everything. Soft water, high iron, maximum CO2. The unicorn of stems.
Bucephalandra 'Red'
Bucephalandra sp.
True red Bucephalandra. Very rare. Slow growing even by Buce standards. Collector's holy grail. Commands premium prices.
Eriocaulon 'Feather Duster'
Eriocaulon sp.
Extremely fine, feathery leaves. Forms tight rosettes. Needs ultra-soft water. Stunning appearance. Expert-level difficulty.
Rotala 'Pearl'
Rotala sp. 'Pearl'
Extremely small leaves. Compact growth. Needs perfect soft water, high CO2, intense light. One of the most challenging Rotalas.
Syngonanthus Uaupes
Syngonanthus sp. 'Uaupes'
Tight star-shaped rosettes. Needs black water conditions. Extremely acidic pH required. For expert aquascapers with advanced setups.
Cryptocoryne Zonata
Cryptocoryne zonata
Distinctive striped pattern on leaves. Extremely rare in cultivation. Very sensitive to changes. For serious Crypt collectors.
Bucephalandra 'Kedagang Mini'
Bucephalandra sp.
Miniature version of Kedagang. Even slower growing. Perfect for detailed nano scapes. Commands premium prices for tiny portions.
Eriocaulon 'Goias'
Eriocaulon sp. 'Goias'
Tight, compact rosettes. Silvery-green appearance. Needs cooler temps, soft water, extreme light. Competition aquascaping specialist plant.
Pogostemon Kimberleyensis
Pogostemon kimberleyensis
Unusual leaf structure. Rare in the hobby. Needs high nutrients and CO2. Challenging to maintain long-term.
Cryptocoryne Ferruginea
Cryptocoryne ferruginea
Large leaves with rusty brown coloration. Very rare in aquarium trade. Slow to establish. Melts enthusiastically.
Bucephalandra 'Sintang'
Bucephalandra sp.
Dark green to purple leaves. Regional variant that's highly sought after. Slow growing. Commands collector prices.
Limnophila Hippuridoides
Limnophila hippuridoides
Extremely dense whorls of feathery leaves. Needs high nutrients and CO2. Can grow very tall. Competition tank background specimen.
Eriocaulon 'Japan'
Eriocaulon sp. 'Japan'
Compact rosette formation. Needs cold water, extreme light, soft water. Popular in Japanese aquascaping. Not for beginners.