Tropica Aquarium Plants

Tropica Aquarium Soil is a complete gravel for freshwater aquariums and planted tanks which can be used without the need of any other types of bottom layers.The grain size of Tropica Soil is 2-3 mm which makes it easy for plantingThe composition of Aquarium Soil ensures proper growth and stimulates red colors.How to use the productAquarium Soil ensures good and active growth from the beginning, and boosts the red plant shades. It is a complete substrate, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer.Aquarium Soil is further an active bottom layer that lowers the pH value and slightly affects the water chemistry. We recommend that you change 25-50% of the water min. twice a week during the first 4 weeks after establishing the aquarium.How do I calculate the quantity of Soil or Soil Powder needed for my tank? Measure your tank's length and width in cm, for example 90 x 60 cm. Consider the thickness of the bottom layer you want, e.g. 8 cm. Make the layer thicker towards the rear wall for a great visual effect! The calculation to do is length x width x layer divided by 1000. In our example, 90 x 60 x 8/1000 = 43,2 L Soil/Soil Powder needed.

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Bucephalandra pygmaea 'Bukit Kelam' 1-2-3 Grow Plant In nature, Bucephalandra usually grows on rocks or wood in rivers and streams - much like Anubias, which they resemble regarding use and care in the aquarium. Bucephalandra 'Bukit Kalem' is an easy, slow-growing plant that prefers lower light levels. A nice, dense appearance is ensured by the willingness to branch, even without trimming. The green leaves are 2 cm wide and 5 cm long with wavy edges. Tiny white spots will appear on immerse leaves. The creeping stem, rhizome, must not be covered when planting. This will cause the plant to rot and die. Bucephalandra pygmaea Plant Information Expert Level: Easy Type: Rhizomatous Growth Rate: Slow-Compared to other plants Height: 5-10+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Low - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Taxiphyllum 1-2-3 Grow Plant Asian Flame moss got its name from its form of growth. Tight, vertical growing and light undulating shoots give the impression of a deep green camp fire, 5-15cm high.The very special form makes Flame moss extremely suitable for horizontal surfaces and it only spreads slowly horizontally.A lovely result is achieved by binding the moss to small stones or in small bundles on tree roots. Taxiphyllum Plant Information Expert Level: Medium Type: Moss Growth Rate: Slow - Compared to other plants Height: 3-10cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Low - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Cryptocoryne nurii 1-2-3 Grow Plant This beautiful variation of Cryptocoryne nurii was found growing in the wild in Malaysia around 1970. In the aquarium hobby it became popular under the name 'Rose Maiden'. The plant is as easy to grow as Cryptocoryne wendtii and has the same size and leaf shape. It will, given the time, produce runners under the bottom layer, often showing up quite far from the mother plant. Intensity of colour and patterns in leaves is dependant on light and nutrition. Cryptocoryne nurii Plant Information Expert Level: Easy Type: Rosulate Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 10-20+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Low - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Hydrocotyle sp."Japan" is the popular name of the plant in different plant forums. It is a variant of Hydrocotyle tripartita from South-East Asia.It is characterised by fast, compact growth and small, intense green leaves on vertical stems. The plant is carpet-forming (5-10 cm tall) and its compact growth can be promoted by physically pressing the carpet with your hand when maintaining your aquarium (mechanical retardation). Carpet formation and compact growth do best in good light. Plant Information: Expert Level: Medium Type: Stem Growth Rate: High - Compared to other plants Height: 5-5+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Single Pot Rotala rotundifolia Plant Live aquatic plant in pot, packed in a breathable blister packaging to go. The Latin name means "the plant with the round leaves''. But this only applies to the marsh variety, which has circular leaves. Rotala rotundifolia from South-East Asia has long, thin leaves and 15-30 long stems, 2-3 cm wide including the leaves. Unlike other Rotala species it is relatively undemanding, although it needs good light to produce red leaves. It forms side shoots willingly, becoming compact and bushy. This also means that it is hard for light to reach the lower leaves, so the plant should be pruned frequently Rotala rotundifolia Plant Information Expert Level: Easy Type: Stem Growth Rate: Medium -Compared to other plants Height: 15-30+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Low - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Use Tropica Substrate under your aquarium gravel to create a super nutritious growing medium for plants - it acts similarly to dirtied tanks.A concentrate, used under gravel when planning the aquarium ensuring healthy and long term growthTropica Substrate is neutral and does not affect the KH or pH value of the water. The substrate absorbs nutrients and makes them available for plant roots.How to use the productTropica Plant Growth Substrate is laid in a 1 cm thick layer on the bottom of the aquarium, when the aquarium is built. Cover with gravel.

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The Blyxa japonica originates in the nutrient rich shallow pools of water, swamps and slowly flowing rivers in East and South East Asia. The plant has gained notoriety thanks to the late Takashi Amano and his aquarium works from the 90s.Blyxa has a distinct grass-like appearance that moves easily in the circulating aquarium water creating a sense of dynamicity in comparison to other more robust plants.Plant Information: Expert Level: Medium Type: Rosulate Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 10-20+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium- The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Medium - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Rotala 'Bonsai' is best described as a compact, moderate growing version of Bacopa caroliniana. Plant in small groups and trim often. Cuttings may be re-planted in the group to achieve a more dense group or carpet At high light may the tip of the stems become reddish, at lower light will the leaves become larger and the plant less compact.Rotala 'Bonsai' are particularly suitable for nano-aquariums. Plant Information: Expert Level: Medium Type: Stem Growth Rate: Slow - Compared to other plants Height: 5-20cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Medium - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Lobelia cardinalis (Mini) 1-2-3 Grow Plant Sometimes plants surprise by suddenly deviating from the way they normally grow. This is called a mutation, and Lobelia cardinalis 'Mini' is a good example of this. Lobelia cardinalis 'Mini' has thus originated from the general production of Lobelia cardinalis. It is characterized by its beautiful light green leaves which are closer together than on the original Lobelia, and then it is also significantly smaller, hence the addition 'Mini' to the name of the plant.The growth is low and dense, as the plant branches willingly, even without trimming. In addition, the mini version rarely forms the long vertical shoots which otherwise characterize Lobelia cardinalis.It is easily propagated by planting the cut shoots down into the bottom layer. Lobelia cardinalis 'Mini' becomes most compact in good light conditions and added CO2, but also thrives well without. Lobelia cardinalis (Mini) Plant Information Expert Level: Easy Type: Stem Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 3-15+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Low - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Vesicularia ferriei 1-2-3 Grow Plant Vesicularia ferriei 'Weeping', commonly known as Weeping Moss, is believed to originate from China and has been distributed by Oriental Aquarium Plants.'Weeping' is a fleshy, 1-3 cm tall hanging moss with teardrop-like bright green shoots. It is best attached to driftwood or roots, as its drooping growth pattern helps to create depth and contrast in the aquarium.'Weeping' has low demands, is fast growing and should be pruned frequently with scissors to maintain an attractive shape Vesicularia ferriei Plant Information Expert Level: Medium Type: Moss Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 3-5cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Lilaeopsis brasiliensis from South America can grow very compact, but a "lawn effect'' (4-7 cm tall) is only achieved at high light intensity.When planting in the aquarium small clumps (approx. 1/8 pot) should be placed a few centimetres apart to help the plants grow together more quickly. Place in an open position without shading from other plants to ensure good light.Lilaeopsis brasiliensis can be used in garden ponds, and also tolerates low salt concentrations in brackish aquariums. Plant Information: Expert Level: Medium Type: Stolon Growth Rate: Slow - Compared to other plants Height: 3-5cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Medium - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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The Indian Pogostemon erectus forms compact groups of bright green, conifer-like stems, 10-20 cm tall and 1-3 cm wide.Pogostemon erectus is suitable as a background plant and creates a wonderful focal point in both smaller and larger groups Intense light helps the plant to stay compact for a longer period.Moderate growth and vigorous roots.Plant Information: Expert Level: Medium Type: Stem Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 15-30cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Medium - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Taxiphyllum barbieri 1-2-3 Grow Plant Taxiphyllum barbieri from South-East Asia is a hardy plant which makes few demands on the water or light.The moss becomes 3-10 cm thick and grows willingly on any surface, so it is ideal for decorating stones and tree roots or concealing installations in the aquarium.Attach the plant with a piece of fishing line or cotton thread until it has gained a hold on the decor. If its growth becomes too luxuriant, it can be pruned with scissors. In breeding aquariums Taxiphyllum barbieri is a wonderful hiding place for the young fish. Taxiphyllum barbieri Plant Information Expert Level: Easy Type: Moss Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 3-10cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Low - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Proserpinaca palustris (Cuba) 1-2-3 Grow Plant Aquarium plant from tissue culture in closed cup.Proserpinaca is a stem plant, 10-40 cm tall and 5-10 cm wide.Cultivated in closed cups and delivered with saw-toothed leaves, which after a transitional period in the aquarium develop into long, finely denticulated, needle-like leaves. In good light conditions it turns a beautiful copper colour and its characteristic appearance is a pleasing contrast to the other plants.Proserpinaca palustris varies in form according to its origin. The Tropica cultivar is found on the Isla de la Juventud off Cuba. In the USA the plant is commonly known as "mermaid weed''. Proserpinaca palustris (Cuba) Plant Information Expert Level: Advanced Type: Stem Growth Rate: Medium – Compared to other plants Height: 10-30+cm -Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: High - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: High - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Aquarium Soil Powder is a complete active bottom layer, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer.If using multiple substrates, the attractive grain size of Soil Powder makes it suitable for foreground plants.Aquarium Soil Powder ensures proper growth and stimulates the color development.How to use the productAquarium Soil Powder ensures good and active growth from the beginning and boosts the red plant shades. It is a complete bottom layer, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer.Aquarium Soil Powder is also an active bottom layer that lowers the pH value and slightly affects the water chemistry. We recommend that you change 25-50% of the water min. twice a week during the first 4 weeks after establishing the aquarium.How do I calculate the quantity of Soil or Soil Powder needed for my tank? Measure your tank's length and width in cm, for example 90 x 60 cm. Consider the thickness of the bottom layer you want, e.g. 8 cm. Make the layer thicker towards the rear wall for a great visual effect! The calculation to do is length x width x layer divided by 1000. In our example, 90 x 60 x 8/1000 = 43,2 L Soil/Soil Powder needed.

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Tropica Leptodictyum riparium 1-2-3 Grow Plant Leptodictyum riparium is a slender, upright moss that tolerates both high and low temperatures. Leptodictyum riparium is often called "stringy moss" and is found throughout most of the world, but is thought to have originated in Europe. It has an intense, slightly transparent green colour. An undemanding and easy moss that can adhere to rocks and tree roots in the aquarium. Growth is both vigorous and rapid, so regular trimming is required. A generally good plant for beginners who want a unique effect in the aquarium. The moss is popular in nano aquariums, and often used as brood care and cover. Leptodictyum riparium Plant Information Expert Level: Easy Type: Moss Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 3-10+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Low - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Hygrophila pinnatifida originates from India. It obtains brown, patched leaves on the surface with a distinctive burgundy colour underneath. It creates horizontal side shoots and the top shoots should be pinched out in order to maintain compact and attractive growth. The horizontal side shoots easily attach to both wood and rocks.Growth is moderate, stems 15-40 cm tall and 10-20 cm wide, and the colour is attractive when planted in small groups with a plain background. Intense lighting ensures compact growth due to the plant's slow to medium growth rate.Plant Information: Expert Level: Medium Type: Stem Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 15-30+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Medium - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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This small rosulate plant will easily make a 5-10 cm high carpet when the light is good and the bottom layer nutritious.Even at an intense light level this variety remains fresh green unlike the usual, more reddish, Echinodorus tenellus.An easy and quite undemanding foreground plant.Plant Information: Expert Level: Medium Type: Carpeting Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 5-15cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Medium - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L

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Tropica Riccia fluitans 1-2-3 Grow Plant Japanese Takashi Amano has inspired many aquarium owners to keep the 1-5 cm tall cosmopolitic moss, Riccia fluitans, submerged. It can be kept down by tying it to a stone with a piece of fishing line, but new shoots always grow towards the surface, so it may be necessary to prune it with scissors.Riccia fluitans thrives best with added CO2 and in good growing conditions small oxygen bubbles form on the leaf tips. As a traditional floating plant offers good protection for young fish. Riccia fluitans Plant Information Expert Level: Medium Type: Moss Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 3-5cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Medium - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Aquarium Soil Powder is a complete active bottom layer, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer.If using multiple substrates, the attractive grain size of Soil Powder makes it suitable for foreground plants.Aquarium Soil Powder ensures proper growth and stimulates the color development.How to use the productAquarium Soil Powder ensures good and active growth from the beginning and boosts the red plant shades. It is a complete bottom layer, which can be used without any other types of bottom layer.Aquarium Soil Powder is also an active bottom layer that lowers the pH value and slightly affects the water chemistry. We recommend that you change 25-50% of the water min. twice a week during the first 4 weeks after establishing the aquarium.How do I calculate the quantity of Soil or Soil Powder needed for my tank? Measure your tank's length and width in cm, for example 90 x 60 cm. Consider the thickness of the bottom layer you want, e.g. 8 cm. Make the layer thicker towards the rear wall for a great visual effect! The calculation to do is length x width x layer divided by 1000. In our example, 90 x 60 x 8/1000 = 43,2 L Soil/Soil Powder needed.

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Cryptocoryne parva 1-2-3 Grow Plant Cryptocoryne parva fromac Sri Lanka is the smallest of all Cryptocorynes (only 3-6 cm tall and a roset less than 5-8 cm wide). It is one of the few species that does not significantly change its leaf shape and colour depending on cultivation conditions. It needs more light than most other Cryptocorynes because it almost loses its leaf plate under water. So, it must never be overshadowed by other plants. Known for its slow growth, but Nutrition Capsules in the bottom layer will enhance the development. Individual plants should be planted a few centimetres apart, and after about six months they will form a cohesive low group of plants. Very recommendable foreground plant. Cryptocoryne parva Plant Information Expert Level: Medium Type: Rosulate Growth Rate: Slow - Compared to other plants Height: 5-10+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Gratiola viscidula originates from Northern America and is relatively new to the aquatic hobby. The somewhat "thorny" appearance of the submersed form makes it very distinct and easily recognizable. It is quite easy to grow and prefers good light.By regular trimming it can be kept very low, almost carpeting, but will also present itself well as a fore/mid-ground cushion-plant. Each stem is approximately 1-2 cm wide and can become 10+ cm tall.The stem willingly branches and spreads giving a very dense appearance to the plant. Plant Information: Expert Level: Medium Type: Stem Growth Rate: Slow - Compared to other plants Height: 3-10+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Medium - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Bucephalandra 'Kedagang' 1-2-3 Grow Plant The "Kedagang" is a variety of the Bucephalandra family originated in Borneo. It is characterized by long, narrow, dark green leaves with white dots. The leaf can be 1-2 cm wide and up to 6 cm long.The rhizomes are red and similar to the Red variety of Bucephalandra. When immersed, a blue metallic shade may appear on the leaves. Bucephalandra 'Kedagang' Plant Information Expert Level: Easy Type: Rhizomatous Growth Rate: Slow - Compared to other plants Height: 10-20+ cm -Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Low - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Nutrition Capsules is an extra nutrient supplement - use tweezers to place the capsule in the gravel, close to the roots of fast-growing plants. Features Nutrition Capsules contain both nitrogen, phosphor, iron and micro nutrients. The nutrients are slowly released as the plants need them. Use Nutrition Capsules for stem plants, Cryptocoryne, Echinodorus, Vallisneria etc. - all plants with sturdy roots. DirectionsNitrogen, phosphor, iron and manganese, as well as all vital micro nutrients are released by the capsules over a period of 1-2 months. Place the capsules close to the roots of large solitary plants and plants with sturdy roots.The capsules do not fully decompose and the small balls inside the capsules will remain in the substrate after all nutrients have been released. The balls are made of resin, which is biologically harmless.

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Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Mi Oya' 1-2-3 Grow Plant This beautiful variety of Cryptocoryne wendtii is only found in the river Mi Oya at Sri Lanka. It has characteristic red-brown, slightly hammered leaves from 20-35 cm, and 15-30 cm wide rosettes. Many Cryptocorynes can grow at high temperatures. In the wild this plant is found in streams with a temperature of more than 30 degrees C. Cryptocoryne wendtii Plant Information Expert Level: Easy Type: Rosulate Growth Rate: Slow - Compared to other plants Height: 20-30+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Low - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Use Tropica Substrate under your aquarium gravel to create a super nutritious growing medium for plants - it acts similarly to dirtied tanks.A concentrate, used under gravel when planning the aquarium ensuring healthy and long term growthTropica Substrate is neutral and does not affect the KH or pH value of the water. The substrate absorbs nutrients and makes them available for plant roots.How to use the productTropica Plant Growth Substrate is laid in a 1 cm thick layer on the bottom of the aquarium, when the aquarium is built. Cover with gravel.

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This Myriophyllum keeps its bright, green colour even at very high light intensity.Every stem will only measure approximately 2-3 cm (1"), but it branches willingly and the plant quickly becomes dense and lush. Cutting down is often necessary to maintain the access to light and water flow. Its moderate growth makes Myriophyllum "Guyana" particularly adapted to nano tanks.Plant Information: Expert Level: Medium Type: Stem Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 10-30+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Medium - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Marsilea crenata 1-2-3 Grow Plant This small fern comes from Asia, where it often grows in rice fields. The leaves are tiny and rarely wider than 0.5cm.It is a hardy plant that tolerates poor light conditions and high temperatures. However, improved conditions are beneficial to the plant. Planted in small bundles that spread with offshoots. Creates a 1-3cm high and close carpet, well-anchored in the bottom layer. Marsilea crenata Plant Information Expert Level: Medium Type: Carpeting Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 3-10cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Nymphoides hydrophylla 'Taiwan' 1-2-3 Grow Plant Nymphoides sp. 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 characterized 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. Nymphoides hydrophylla 'Taiwan' Plant Information Expert Level: Easy Type: Rhizomatous Growth Rate: High - Compared to other plants Height: 15-10+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Low - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Medium - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plantsarrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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The creeping growth of this stem-plant makes it highly attractive for creating carpets in the aquarium.The very small leaf size makes it an obvious choice for nano-tanks. Its fresh green colour compliments wood, rocks and other plants extraordinary well and has made the plant increasingly popular.The growth of Elatine hydropiper is quite similar to Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba' and Glossostigma elatinoides but is considerably slower, making it easier to maintain.Plant Information: Expert Level: Advanced Type: Carpeting Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 3-5+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: High - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: High - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Green' is suitable for small aquariums with a height from 10-15 cm and a roset from 8-15 cm wide.When grown in an open space the leaves will virtually lie on the bottom.Like most other Sri Lanka Cryptocorynes, it also grows well in hard water.Plant Information: Expert Level: Easy Type: Rosulate Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 10-30+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Low - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Heteranthera zosterifolia from South America is an extremely beautiful plant which forms a lot of side shoots and thus quickly forms a bushy plant group. Stems can become 30-50 cm tall and 6-12 cm wide.In strong light growth is intensive, and the plant must be pruned before it becomes so compact that no light reaches the lower leaves.Water roots often form on the stem. In open aquariums it forms small blue flowers if some shoots are allowed to spread on the surface. Plant Information: Expert Level: Easy Type: Stem Growth Rate: High - Compared to other plants Height: 20-30cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Low - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Medium - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Ranunculus inundatus 1-2-3 Grow Plant This species comes from Australia and becomes 5-10 cm tall. There are many species and variants of Ranunculus, which grow coarse and leggy in aquariums.Ranunculus inundatus is characterised by its compact form and distinguished, deep-lying umbrellas. The plant forms many vertical runners with new plants and over time thick bottom coverage is formed.Good lighting produces compact growth. Long leaves can be pruned. Ranunculus inundatus Plant Information Expert Level: Medium Type: Stolon Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 5-5+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Medium - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Single Pot Lobelia cardinalis Plant Live aquatic plant in pot, packed in a breathable blister packaging to go. Lobelia cardinalis grows wild in Northern America. In the nursery this plant is cultivated in marshy conditions, forming dark-green leaves which are purple underneath. In aquariums the leaves turn a beautiful shade of light-green, with stems 10-30 cm tall and 5-10 cm wide. Widely used in Dutch aquariums in so-called "plant streets''. In open aquariums it grows above the water surface, where it forms very beautiful scarlet flowers and the leaves regain their colour. Can be used in garden ponds. Lobelia cardinalis Plant Information Expert Level: Easy Type: Stem Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 20-30+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Low - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Glossostigma elatinoides from New Zealand is much in demand in Japanese-inspired aquariums. It is one of the smallest aquarium plants (2-3 cm tall), and thus a good foreground plant.A difficult plant demanding a lot of light. Grows upwards if light is poor. Make sure larger plants do not overshadow it.When planting in the aquarium small clumps (approx. 1/8 pot) should be placed at intervals of a few centimetres to help the plants grow together more quickly.CO2 addition and soft water promote growth significantly. Plant Information: Expert Level: Advanced Type: Carpeting Growth Rate: High - Compared to other plants Height: 3-5cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: High - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: High - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Myriophyllum mattogrossense 1-2-3 Grow Plant Myriophyllum matogrossense originates from Mato Grosso in the Rio Amazonas, Brazil. It has decorative and feather-like, reddish stems (30-60 cm long) and finely divided bright green leaves (5 cm wide).In good light conditions the leaves spread out in a fan shape. Myriophyllum is relatively easy and is suitable for the background. It needs frequent trims to maintain its bushy form. It is fast growing and requires a good deal of nutrition. A good starter plant. Myriophyllum mattogrossense Plant Information Expert Level: Medium Type: Stem Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 20-30+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Medium - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plantsarrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Hottonia palustris 1-2-3 Grow Plant The stem plant Hottonia from Asia and Europe is an unassuming and easy beginner plant. The many curved shoots with fanned and intensely light green leaves quickly create a close group. Each stem becomes 4-6 cm wide and 10-30 cm high. Frequent cutting of the long shoots ensures growth from the bottom of the plant, and maintains the close, bushy form.The plant's wide form of growth makes it very suitable for the passage between very low and tall plants. The bright green colour creates beautiful contrast and will enhance the shades of surrounding red plants. Hottonia palustris Plant Information Expert Level: Easy Type: Stem Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 10-20+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Low - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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'Araguaia' is a river system in Brazil and it is under this name that the plant has become known. There are many signs, however, that the plant is a Hygrophila lancea from Japan and Hong Kong. The stem becomes 10-20 cm tall and 6-15 cm wide. It has compact, tight-sitting leaves and grows branches easily.Pinching of the stems maintains a bushy look. The plant is reddish brown to purple in colour and is promoted by good growth conditions.The growth rate is average for a Hygrophila. Plant Information: Expert Level: Medium Type: Stem Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 10-20cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Medium - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Hemianthus micranthemoides from North America is a graceful plant whose small, arched leaves make it look like a miniature version of Egeria. It has a characteristic trailing growth in intensive light, so it can be used as a foreground plant (stems from 10-20 cm tall, 2-3 cm wide).A compact group of Hemianthus micranthemoides is very beautiful with its small, light-green leaves.In terrariums the plant forms a compact cushion. Used to be called Micranthemum micranthemoides.Plant Information: Expert Level: Advanced Type: General Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 5-15+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium- The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Medium -A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Limnobium laevigatum 1-2-3 Grow Plant Aquarium plant from tissue culture in closed cup.Limnobium laevigatum from South America is a decorative floating plant that is particularly suitable for open aquariums. 1-5 cm tall and leaves from 5-15 cm wide.It is also good in traditional aquariums, because the fine, long and decorative roots provide protection to gouramies and other surface fish that like the roots of floating plants. If there are enough nutrients in the water and the light intensity is good, new leaves will appear above the water surface. It may become necessary to remove some to avoid that the plants beneath it still gets some light.When the nutrient level in the water decreases, it will grow much slower which makes it a great indicator of the available nutrients. Limnobium laevigatum Plant Information Expert Level: Easy Type: Floating Plant Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 3-5+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Low - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plantsarrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Marsilea hirsuta 1-2-3 Grow Plant Marsilea hirsuta is a carpet-plant from Australia. A fascinating plant, usually delivered with leaves like a four-leaf clover.After a transitional period it develops different types of leaves, possibly a low form with single leaves like a large Glossostigma, or alternatively develop two, three or four-lobed leaves varying in height (from 2-10 cm), depending on the growth conditions.Whichever form the plant adopts, it forms runners and spreads rapidly round the aquarium. Marsilea hirsuta Plant Information Expert Level: Medium Type: Carpeting Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 3-20cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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This plant was discovered by aquarists in Thailand, close to the border with Burma. It is called 'Downoi' (little star) in Thailand, and it is easy to see why (5-10 cm tall and wide).Pogostemon helferi is an unusual and distinctive aquatic plant with a compact habit, curly leaves and a strikingly beautiful green colour. With good light conditions and a substrate rich in nutrients Pogostemon helferi forms many side shoots, which develop small roots, and the plant rapidly forms an impressive carpet of foreground vegetation.Plant Information: Expert Level: Medium Type: Stem Growth Rate: Medium - Compared to other plants Height: 3-10+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Medium - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Medium - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plants arrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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Tropica Bacopa caroliniana 1-2-3 Grow Plant Bacopa caroliniana originates from US and has been used as an aquarium plant for many years. Stems become 10-30 cm long and 3-4 cm wide, branching willingly from the bottom. It has few demands and thus very convenient for beginners. Its slow growth rate makes it one of the few stem plants that do not need much attention. Like most stem plants, it is most decorative when planted in small groups. Easy to propagate by cuttings; take a side shoot and plant it in the bottom.A bundle of stems or young plants gathered in an anchor. Remove the anchor and split into separate plants. Regarding stem plants, remove the leaves from the lowest 5 cm (2�). Remove any damaged leaves. Plant the individual plants with some distance into the bottom substrate. Roots will develop soon and the plant start growing. Bacopa caroliniana Plant Information Expert Level: Easy Type: Stem Growth Rate: Slow - Compared to other plants Height: 10-30+cm - Average height of the plant after two months in the aquarium Light Demand: Low - The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0.5 Watts/Liter (2 Watts/US Gallon) CO2 Demand: Low - A medium need in CO2 is 6 - 14mg/L. A high demand for CO2 is approximately 15 - 25mg/L IMPORTANT: While we do our best to ensure that your Tropica plantsarrive to you safe and sound - they are only guaranteed to "arrive alive" if UPS Express, Expedited, or Canada Post Xpresspost or Priority shipping methods are chosen at checkout.

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