Rotala rotundifolia – Intense red color and fast growth
The Rotala rotundifolia in a mini pot is the perfect plant for those who want to bring color and dynamism to the bottom of their aquarium . Very popular in planted tanks, it develops green, yellow or red foliage depending on the light intensity . With strong lighting , its stems take on magnificent pink to orange-red tones. Sold in a mini coconut fiber pot, it is ready to plant , without preparation or separation of stems. It is a plant with a stem that is quick and easy to cut , ideal for creating a bushy effect. It adapts very well even without a Co2 system , and is easily pruned to maintain a nice density.
Foliage colored from green to red depending on the light
Rapid bushy effect thanks to numerous side shoots
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Rotala rotundifolia: a stem plant ideal for the background
Native to Asia, Rotala rotundifolia grows in humid areas such as rice paddies or river banks. In aquariums, it can reach 30 to 60 cm in height , with thin, flexible stems covered with narrow, colorful leaves . Its name “rotundifolia” comes from its round leaves when emerged, but when submerged, they become long and thin.
This plant grows quickly and produces a large number of shoots, giving it a very dense appearance. To prevent it from blocking the light on the lower leaves, regular pruning is recommended. Trimming the heads produces wider growth and a beautiful bushy effect. It is perfect for structuring the bottom of the aquarium or for creating a "plant street" in Dutch-style tanks.
A plant that is easy to maintain and propagate
Rotala rotundifolia is undemanding. It adapts to a wide range of parameters: temperature between 18 and 30°C , pH from 6 to 7.5 , and GH from 0 to 12. It thrives in most tanks, even with moderate lighting. But the stronger the light, the more spectacular the red coloration. A supply of nutrients and well-maintained water with a good filter will help maintain healthy growth.
This is a perfect plant for beginners and enthusiasts alike. It is easy to propagate: simply cut off a healthy stem and replant it . You can also prune stems that are too tall and replant the upper part. It does not require any special nutrient substrate , grows equally well in sand or richer soil, and combines very well with mosses or aquarium roots for a natural and structured look.
With its colorful leaves and ability to quickly structure a space, Rotala rotundifolia is a smart and aesthetic choice for all types of containers. It's a great ally for absorbing nitrates, and its rapid growth allows for a complete display in a short time.
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Limnophila sessiliflora: fast growing and easy to maintain
Limnophila sessiliflora is an aquatic plant native to Southeast Asia, prized for its fast growth and ease of care . Its slender stems can reach up to 40 cm in height and 3-4 cm in width, providing dense and attractive foliage. This plant is ideal for beginners and experienced aquarists alike, adapting equally well to nano-aquariums and large tanks. Available in a mini coco fiber pot, it is ready to be planted directly into your aquarium, without requiring any additional preparation.
Echinodorus 'Reni' is a real gem for your aquarium. This compact cultivar is attractive for its controlled size and leaves in shades ranging from saffron red to beetroot red . It is one of the lowest growing red Echinodorus, perfect for tanks of all sizes. Its moderate growth and resistance make it an ally of choice for beginners and experienced aquarists. It thrives even without the addition of a CO2 system , and simply requires moderate light and a little nutrients to reveal its full potential. Versatile and easy to maintain, it can be planted in the background or in the background to create a lively and structured decor.
Spectacular red plant with intense and varied reflections
Ideal for small and large aquariums, easy to maintain
Bacopa caroliniana – An easy, hardy and very decorative plant
Bacopa caroliniana in a mini pot is a superb stem plant, native to North America, ideal for creating dense clumps in the background or middle ground . It seduces with its fleshy, oval, pretty light green leaves and its ability to form harmonious bushes in all types of aquariums. Sold in a coconut fiber pot, it is ready to plant, without preparation : just bury it where you want. With its slow growth and great adaptability, it is a perfect plant for beginners. It requires little care, moderate to strong lighting , a little patience... and it will thank you with its soothing presence and elegant foliage.
Fleshy, light green foliage, ideal for creating contrast
Mini fiber pot: no rock wool, ready to plant
Perfect for beginners, low maintenance, slow growing
Cryptocoryne beckettii 'Petchii' – Natural elegance and colorful foliage
Cryptocoryne beckettii 'Petchii' is an Asian variety with a wild and refined look, perfect for giving a natural and structured appearance to the front or middle of the aquarium. Native to Sri Lanka, this rosette plant is distinguished by its olive green curly leaves with a mauve reverse , which gives it a crazy charm. It grows slowly, but quickly forms beautiful thick clumps . Very tolerant, it does not require intense lighting, nor systematic addition of a CO2 system , even if these elements boost its growth. It adapts easily to the conditions of the tank and resists well to beginners. An ideal option to add a touch of elegance without complicating your life.
Unique olive green foliage with a very decorative mauve underside
Helanthium tenellum 'Green' – The perfect plant carpet for your aquarium
Helanthium tenellum 'Green' is a grassy plant ideal for creating a natural, dense carpet in a freshwater aquarium. Unlike the classic variety, this 'Green' version retains a vibrant green hue, even under strong lighting . It forms a compact and attractive plant carpet thanks to its numerous branches. Easy to maintain, it does not require complex care and grows slowly, thus limiting the need for pruning. For optimal development, a CO2 system and nutrient- rich soil are recommended. Whether for a nano aquarium or a large tank, this plant elegantly enhances the foreground.
Perfect for a natural carpet: quickly forms a compact aquatic lawn.
Evergreen foliage: does not turn red even under intense light.
Easy to maintain: slow growth, ideal for limiting regular pruning.
Taxiphyllum sp. 'Spiky Moss' – A lush and graphic moss
Taxiphyllum sp. 'Spiky Moss' , also known as spiky moss, is a spectacular aquarium moss with a distinctive appearance. With its dense, pine-like branches, it creates a natural yet structured decor. Offered here in in vitro culture by Tropica , it is 100% free of algae, snails, or parasites. It attaches easily to aquarium roots , rocks , or decorations, and grows between 5 and 10 cm depending on conditions. Thanks to its spreading habit and deep green hue, it can be used to create carpets, walls, or even miniature trees. Ideal for aquascaping, it adapts to all styles.
Dense and natural visual effect, close to Christmas moss
Easy attachment to all decorative supports
Perfect for creating green walls or shrimp refuges
Microsorum pteropus 'Narrow' – The slender, easy-to-fix fern
Microsorum pteropus 'Narrow' , also known as the narrow-leaved Java fern, is an ideal aquarium plant for beginners and aquascaping enthusiasts alike . It grows naturally attached to an aquarium root or rock , without the need for substrate, making it very easy to install. Its thin, elongated leaves offer a fluid and elegant movement in the water . It is not demanding: moderate light, no need for CO2, and a good ability to adapt to different parameters. In addition to being decorative, it also offers perfect hiding places for fish and shrimp . It is a plant that grows slowly but surely.
Thin, slender leaves for an elegant, natural touch
Easily attaches to roots or stones without substrate
Hygrophila corymbosa 'Siamensis 53B' – Dense foliage and coppery shades
Decorative, robust and easy to plant , the Hygrophila corymbosa 'Siamensis 53B' in a mini pot is perfect for creating a dense and natural plant background . With its finely textured leaves with sometimes coppery reflections under good lighting , it transforms the bottom of the tank into a real small aquatic garden. Thanks to its moderate growth and its very simple needs, it adapts easily to low-tech aquariums, even without CO2 injection. Sold in a mini coconut pot, it is ready to plant effortlessly. It is a perfect choice for those who want a plant that is both aesthetic, practical, and requires little maintenance.
Light green foliage with unique copper hues
Suitable for low-tech tanks without CO2 or intense light
Practical mini coconut pot: direct planting, without preparation
Dreaming of a lush, natural plant carpet for your aquarium? Eleocharis acicularis is the plant for you! Easy to grow, it grows quickly and adapts to a wide range of conditions. Ideal for beginners and experienced aquascapers alike, this grassy plant forms a dense, attractive carpet. It guarantees a natural look while improving water quality. Grown in vitro, it is guaranteed to be pest-free, algae-free, and free from chemical fertilizers.
Easy to grow : ideal for creating a natural plant carpet.
Parasite-free : from in vitro culture, guaranteed to be free of algae and snails.
Adaptable : suitable for both nano-aquariums and large volumes.
Micranthemum Monte Carlo - The ideal plant for a lush carpet
Micranthemum tweediei 'Monte Carlo' is a ground cover aquarium plant that forms a dense, lush carpet in the foreground of the tank. Native to South America, it is distinguished by its light green, rounded, and very compact foliage , perfect for creating a natural plant substrate. Easy to maintain, it thrives with good lighting and a moderate CO2 system . This versatile plant can be grown in a "dry start" to encourage its rooting before immersion. Suitable for beginners and experienced aquarists alike, it enhances any type of aquarium by adding a natural and harmonious touch.
Creates a dense plant carpet for a spectacular aquascaping effect.
Easy to care for with regular pruning to prevent suffocation.
Compatible with various conditions , even under moderate lighting.
Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba' - The ideal plant for a lawn carpet
Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba' is one of the most popular ground cover plants in aquascaping. With its tiny, rounded leaves , it creates a dense, lush carpet in the foreground of the aquarium. This exceptional plant, native to Cuba, requires good lighting and a CO2 system to express its full potential. Highly appreciated for its natural, lively appearance, it produces small oxygen bubbles that delicately attach to its leaves. Regular maintenance helps maintain its perfect grassy effect and prevents the lower parts from suffocating.
Creates a compact grass carpet for a natural and aesthetic look.
Ideal for aquascaping , perfect in the foreground of an aquarium.
Promotes oxygenation through the production of oxygen bubbles.
Taxiphyllum barbieri 'Java Moss' - The easy and versatile aquatic moss
Taxiphyllum barbieri , better known as Java Moss , is one of the most popular plants in aquariums. Very easy to maintain, it grows easily and requires neither intense lighting nor a CO2 system . It can be attached to rocks, roots or left free for a natural and lush effect. This aquatic moss is ideal for providing a refuge for fry and shrimp . Perfect for community aquariums as well as for breeding tanks, it allows you to create natural decors while promoting the balance of the tank.
Easy aquatic foam , perfect for beginners and experts.
Ideal for shrimp and fry , providing them with shelter and food.
Can be fixed to rocks and roots for a natural effect.
Staurogyne repens - A compact and robust aquarium plant
Staurogyne repens is a compact and resilient aquatic plant, ideal for the foreground of your aquarium. Native to the Rio Cristalino in Brazil, this plant forms a dense, low bush thanks to its small, bright green leaves. It grows slowly and adapts easily to different aquatic environments. Its maintenance is simple: with medium light and a moderate supply of CO2, it flourishes effortlessly. Perfect for aquascaping , it creates a superb plant carpet that will enhance your natural decor. Grown in vitro, it guarantees a healthy and pest-free introduction to your aquarium.
Salvinia minima - The perfect floating plant for your aquarium
Salvinia minima is a small floating fern that adds a natural and elegant touch to aquariums. Highly prized for its water-repellent leaves and rapid growth , it forms a green carpet on the water's surface, providing ideal shelter for fish and helping to limit algae growth. Easy to maintain, it grows quickly in optimal conditions and filters light for a more natural environment.
Decorative floating plant: Decorates the surface of the aquarium.
Balances the aquarium: Reduces nitrates and limits algae.
Riccia fluitans - A versatile floating moss for aquariums
Riccia fluitans , also known as the water lily , is a highly versatile aquatic moss. Popularized by aquascaping master Takashi Amano , it can be used floating or attached to roots and rocks to create beautiful underwater landscapes. Easy to maintain, it forms oxygen bubbles when healthy and provides an excellent refuge for fish and shrimp. Whether you are an aquascaper or a beginner, this plant will enhance your aquarium.
Floating or fixed plant: Ideal for aquascaping and natural aquariums.
Rich in oxygen: Forms bubbles which indicate the good health of the tank.
Fry hiding places: Ideal protection for young fish and shrimp.
Lilaeopsis brasiliensis - A dense, natural turf plant
Lilaeopsis brasiliensis is a turf-like aquatic plant native to South America. It is perfect for creating a dense, natural-looking plant cover in the foreground of an aquarium. With its slow but robust growth, it adapts equally well to aquariums and outdoor ponds. It thrives in bright lighting and CO2 to accelerate its growth and achieve a truly turf-like effect.
Natural grass effect: Ideal for aquascaping and foreground.
Suitable for aquariums and ponds: Supports complete or partial immersion.
Easy to maintain: Slow but robust growth, requires little pruning.
