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Beautiful warm dash of colour for the background. Persistent grower under sufficient light. Very similar to Nesaea pedicellata, but the latter with more yellowish leaves. Both species... more (2 additional images)

This plant is a classic! It has been present in Dutch style layouts since the early years. Its special leaf texture with slightly rolled-down leaves makes it an ideal accent plant as well as... more

Popular fern among nature aqurium keepers. Medium intensity illumination, soft water and a good nutrient and CO2 supply will make this fern a striking plant.

This is not the real C. pymea but ain interesting dwarf crypt which we will carry under its trade name until it has been identified correctly.

A C. beckettii, actually. C. petchii is only a synonym for this species. Wonderful, dense and tufty plant for any type of aquarium. High tolerance regarding temperature and water... more

Very recommendable, carpet-forming foreground plant for both small and large aquaria. Very undemanding plant. Will grow in any water at medium to strong light. Mature stands look absolutely... more

Has light green, slightly fleshy leaves. Forms a wonderful contrast with Driftwood or darker foreground or midground plants. Growth is slightly unruly but very charming if kept in larger... more (1 additional image)

Beautiful groundcover aquarium plant which is also suitable for colder aquaria. Its natural habitat stretches as far as Scandinavia. Despite this, it makes an excellent groundcover plant for... more

Small hair grass for foreground carpeting. Separate each tub into 6 to 7 pieces and rinse off the gel. Use fine-pointed foreceps to stick each plantlet into the substrate. Use a fine-grained... more

Very suitable aquarium plant and a constant submersed grower. Reminding of a popular house plant, Floscopa will grow in almost any type of water and will do well under both strong and dimmed light... more (1 additional image)

This versatile groundcover plant was first introduced by the japanese aquarist TAKASHI AMANO an spread to become a standard plant in both Nature and Dutch style aquaria. Contrary to popular belief,... more (1 additional image)

This delicate, cushion-forming foreground plant is best used between rocks or as a carpetting plant in the foreground. Despite its moss-like growth, the Dwarf Helzine will remain light green and is... more

Lovely mid-ground cushion with moderate demands. Provides superb contrast with fine-leaved plants but also harmonizes beautifully with darker Crypts. Pearlweed will quickly fill out its niche and... more (1 additional image)

Slow growing plant which should not be kept too warm. Too nutrient-rich water should also be avoided. Due to its spiky habit, it is a very interesting accent for nano aquaria. Once settled in, it... more (2 additional images)

Probably one of the most striking and beautiful of all red species. Provide a well balanced fertiliser regime of mico- and macro nutrients to show off this plant to its best. If planted in a bright... more

Deep red form of L. repens. Leaves smaller than those of the standard form. Provide ample light and a balanced nutrition to cultivate this plant at its optimum.

Very suitable foreground plant. By virtue of its crinkled leaves, it forms a lovely contrast with other foreground species. Despite its recent appearance as an aquarium plant, nature style aquaria... more

This plant is not new but was re-introduced after a longer disappearance. Submerged plants have finely serrated leaves and growth is relatively slow. Due to its tendency to lose the lower leaves,... more (1 additional image)

Foreground-aquarium plant with deeply forked leaves. Under ample light and plenty of CO₂, this plant will stay nice and low. Light in the short wave range will keep this plant... more (2 additional images)

Wonderful, slow growing Rotala species. An abundance of densely spaced, almost circular leaves grow along a thick stem. Slow to medium fast growing. This plant is not very demanding and... more (1 additional image)

Medium height midground species. Due to its numerous runners, it wil rapidly form a dense stand. Recommendable as a carpet-forming species only in very large tanks (can grow up to 60 cm height).... more

Very suitable as a groundcover or medium bush. This plant is neither difficult nor demanding. Its medium fast growth and very dense leafy texture make make this aquarium plant an ideal candidate... more (1 additional image)

Just as easy going as S. repens but faster growing and with more lelongated, slightly wavy leaves. Creeps reliably even under low light. Very easy to keep and a rewarding aquarium plant. Grows well... more (1 additional image)

Evenly branched moss, resembling Taxiphyllum barbieri but less irregular. Brilliant accent for moss-tanks. Grows in both coldwater and tropical tanks!

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Absolutely unique, very suitable groundcover. Takes some time until rooted properly but will spread quickly once it has settled in. Plant using small clumps and pull deeply into the gravel. The... more (1 additional image)

Vesicularia ferriei has been a popular moss is Asia for some time, especially with Aquascapers. Thanks to its low light requirements and interesting growth, it provides an unusual and very unique... more