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
A rosette plant that is easy to grow and very attractive.
Cryptocoryne beckettii 'Petchii' is a smaller variant of the well-known C. beckettii, known for its ability to adapt to a variety of environments. In the wild, it is found along forest rivers in Sri Lanka, often in the shade of trees, in sandy soils. In aquariums, it retains this wild and elegant side, with its 10 to 15 cm wavy leaves that form a pretty rosette about 15 cm in diameter. It can reach up to 40 cm in height at maturity, depending on tank conditions.
Its greatest strength? It grows well even in moderate lighting and doesn't require extensive technical care. However, a good nutritious substrate and regular nutrient intake can boost its growth and intensify its colors.
A robust plant, perfect for well-established aquariums
Like all cryptocorynes, this plant can undergo a "melt-off" when it is installed in the tank: it then loses its leaves, before starting again with renewed vigor. This phenomenon is common when it is moved from an emerged culture (in a nursery) to a total immersion. You only need to wait a little - generally less than a month - to see new shoots appear, well adapted to their new environment. It is also advisable not to plant it in a newly started aquarium, but rather in a tank that is already cycled and mature, with bacteria well established.
Easy to propagate, Petchii produces lateral runners that can be separated and replanted to obtain new plants. It is therefore a plant that naturally thickens over time, without effort. Its ability to adapt to different water hardnesses and temperatures ranging from 17 to 30°C makes it a true chameleon plant. Even without intensive fertilization, it will find its place and offer a beautiful visual contrast in any type of tank.
An essential tropical touch in aquariums
An iconic aquarium plant for over 60 years, Cryptocoryne beckettii 'Petchii' remains a staple. It's often used to structure the front or center of the display, alongside an aquarium root or between a few discreet rocks. Thanks to its slow but steady growth, it doesn't require much maintenance, other than regular filter cleaning to prevent waste from accumulating around it.
Its botanical peculiarity is that it is very polymorphic: depending on the intensity of the light, the quality of the soil or the temperature, the shape and color of the leaves can vary slightly, which gives it a lively and always surprising side. And for those who like to vary the pleasures, it can also be cultivated in a paludarium or in emerged culture, where it sometimes reveals pretty discreet flowers. In short, a little marvel to create a tropical and natural corner in your aquarium.
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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
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
Staurogyne repens – The compact green carpet for the foreground
Staurogyne repens is the perfect plant to dress the foreground of an aquarium with a natural and neat look. Native to Brazil, this compact green plant settles easily and quickly forms a low, dense and bushy carpet . It grows slowly, which limits maintenance, and adapts to different types of tanks. Although it benefits from a good Co2 system and intense lighting, it can quite flourish in a low tech aquarium. It is a robust plant, which resists well to changes, ideal for giving volume and depth to your aquatic compositions, especially in a natural or Iwagumi type style.
Ideal for creating a dense carpet in the foreground of the aquarium
Compact plant, easy to prune and shape as desired
Suitable for small aquariums and well-lit nano tanks
Bucephalandra 'Kedagang' – A unique and easy-to-grow plant
Bucephalandra 'Kedagang' is an exceptional aquatic plant, native to Borneo. Highly prized in aquascaping, it seduces with its dark foliage with blue or purple reflections , punctuated with small silver dots. This in vitro variety guarantees a healthy and pest-free introduction into your aquarium. It grows slowly but adapts easily to various water parameters. Unlike other demanding plants, it is content with moderate lighting and does not require a high CO2 supply. Attached to an aquarium root or a rock, it quickly becomes an essential element of your aquatic decor.
Spectacular foliage : Metallic reflections and unique colored shades
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.
Phyllanthus fluitans - A floating plant with red highlights
Phyllanthus fluitans , also known as Red Root Floater , is a floating plant native to South America. It is particularly popular for its heart-shaped leaves , which take on a reddish hue under intense lighting . Easy to maintain, it grows quickly and creates a spectacular surface effect while providing ideal shade for fish such as bettas. Its red roots and white flowers add a natural and original touch to any aquarium.
Unique decorative effect: Red foliage under strong light.
Fish Hideouts: Provides shelter for bettas and shrimp.
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
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.
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.
Limnobium laevigatum - A decorative and easy floating plant
Limnobium laevigatum , also known as Frogweed , is a floating plant native to South America. It is ideal for uncovered aquariums and adds a natural touch with its bright green leaves. Popular for its long roots that provide hiding places for surface fish, this plant is also an excellent indicator of nutrients in the water. Easy to maintain and with medium growth, it is suitable for both beginners and experienced aquarists.
Aesthetic floating plant: Perfect for uncovered aquariums.
Easy to maintain: Low light and CO2 requirements.
Ideal hiding places: Provides shelter for surface fish.
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.
Phyllanthus fluitans - A floating plant with red highlights
Phyllanthus fluitans , also known as Red Root Floater , is a floating plant native to South America. It is particularly popular for its heart-shaped leaves , which take on a reddish hue under intense lighting . Easy to maintain, it grows quickly and creates a spectacular surface effect while providing ideal shade for fish such as bettas. Its red roots and white flowers add a natural and original touch to any aquarium.
Unique decorative effect: Red foliage under strong light.
Fish Hideouts: Provides shelter for bettas and shrimp.
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.
