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Provide at least 2 watts per gallon of light supplied by full spectrum (5000-7000K) bulbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJava Ferns will thrive in an aquarium with an alkalinity of 3-8 dKH and a pH of 6.0 to 7.5. They will propagate by adventitious plants on leaves \u0026amp;; roots, and rhizome division may also be seen. 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A grass-like plant that is native to Asia, the Variegated Japanese Dwarf Rush can be grown around ponds in a bog environment,  and can be used in terrariums and aquariums as long as it is not fully submersed.\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Variegated Japanese Dwarf Rush is a great plant for the first-time live aquatic plant keeper. It is a slow growing, hardy plant that may be kept in cold water aquariums as well as tropical aquariums. It will also tolerate light ranging from full light to partial shade.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nThe best way to propagate the Variegated Japanese Dwarf Rush is by dividing the rhizomes. Let the new divisions get started in a pot for a few weeks before adding them back to the aquarium. Sometimes they will grow offshoots, which may also be used for propagation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Shipping Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Potted. 8\" to 12\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LiveAquaria","offers":[{"title":"Bare Root","offer_id":48382187536627,"sku":null,"price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/9497\/1635\/files\/lg330052JapaneseDwarfRush_7f671ed5-5ac7-4752-b572-d125b7d71ee2.jpg?v=1768425748"},{"product_id":"water-sprite","title":"Water Sprite","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Water Sprite, also known as the Indian Fern, is a great plant to use as a mid-ground plant and also as a floating plant. The delicate, lacy leaves also make great cover for fry to hide among. Due to its poor root system, the Water Sprite retrieves nutrients from the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Water Sprite will grow profusely under the correct conditions, and for this reason, is excellent at removing unwanted and unhealthy inorganic nutrients from the aquarium water. In smaller aquariums with open tops, the Water Sprite can grow out of the tank and form beautiful surface leaves. The delicately branched leaves are very decorative and provide good contrast to other leaf shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Water Sprite makes a great starter plant for the aquarist new to plant keeping. Propagation is by adventitious plants from the tips of the leaves. Because of this, they are extremely easy to reproduce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Water Sprite is a favorite snack for many species of snails. To protect the plant and to control snail populations, consider adding snail eating loaches, such as clown loaches to the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Shipping Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Potted. 5\" to 8\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LiveAquaria","offers":[{"title":"Potted","offer_id":48382187569395,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/9497\/1635\/files\/lg330247WaterSprite_13824068-7993-49f5-9ffa-ceb3cf5d208d.jpg?v=1768425750"},{"product_id":"brazilian-sword","title":"Brazilian Sword","description":"The Brazilian Sword, also known as Peace Lily, or Madona Lily is from Tropical America. This slow growing Rosette plant can obtain heights of 16 inches. The Spathiphyllum tasson's petiole is larger than its blade, which is ornamented by well-elevated veins. \n\u003cp\u003e\nA member of the \u003cem\u003eAraceae\u003c\/em\u003e family, this plant requires water temperatures of 73°-83°F.  The Brazilian Sword prefers a neutral pH, with a range of 6.5-7.0 being best. It is not a true aquatic plant but will do extremely well in your terrarium.   Provide at least 3 watts per gallon of full spectrum light (5000-7000K).\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nThis plant will add interest to any terrarium. Young plants may be obtained by cutting the rhizome. 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Regular pruning and thinning will keep it looking its best. Cryptocoryne requires stable water conditions to prevent rotting of the stems and leaves. Provide at least 2 watts per gallon using full spectrum bulbs (5000-7000K). Water temperature should be between 75° and 82°F, with a dKH of 3-8 and a pH of 6.0 to 8.0.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nFor best results, use Cryptocoryne as a solitary plant. They may also be planted in groups with good results. If planted in thick groups, all variations will grow taller and narrower. When planting in this fashion, place the smaller types in the foreground of the aquarium, with the larger ones in the center and back. 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It is an amphibious plant, and will grow either partially or fully submersed. \n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Dwarf Sagittaria is a completely undemanding plant that can withstand hard water as well as water with a surplus of organic substances. Not sensitive to temperature change, it can thrive in very poor planting substrate if given a generous amount of light. This aside, the proper water conditions would have a temperature of 72°-82°F, an alkalinity of 3-8 dKH and a pH of 6.5-7.5. Provide the plant with moderate lighting of 2 or more watts per gallon of full spectrum (5000-7000K) lighting.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nThe Dwarf Sagittaria will propagate by producing multiple runners, and may need to be replaced with new Dwarf Sagittaria from time to time. 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Mature leaves are green, while new younger leaves have a reddish tint.\n\u003cp\u003e\nOriginally from Brazil, the Melon Sword will tolerate hard water and grow in weak lighting. If in strong light, a nutrient-rich substrate and iron-rich fertilizer are required to keep it from being stunted. In this environment, the water temperature should be no lower than 75°F.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nIdeal water conditions are a temperature between 65°-82°F, an alkalinity of 3 to 8 dKH, and a pH of 6.5-7.5. A good way to achieve the lighting levels is to illuminate the aquarium with approximately 2 watts per gallon or more using full spectrum (5000-7000K) bulbs.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nThe Melon Sword propagates most often by side shoots coming off the rhizome. They have also been observed with adventitious plants on the peduncle. 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The top of the leaves are typically olive green in color, whereas the undersides are reddish-brown to deep red. The vibrancy of this plant depends greatly on the amount of light it receives. When poorly illuminated, the colors will fade.\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cem\u003eLudwigia repens\u003c\/em\u003e makes a good mid-ground plant in the average aquarium, or even placed as a background in the smaller aquarium. They do require a high light intensity of 3 to 5 watts per gallon of full spectrum (5000-7000K) light. This plant does prefer a nuetral pH and moderately soft water, and will accept a wide temperature range.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nReproduction occurs during the warm season when the plant is fully mature. At this time, it will develop small, vibrant yellow flowers above the water's surface. Shortly thereafter, seeds will develope and drop to the substrate, where they will begin to grow into a new plant. 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Because of the small leaf size, it will grow rather densely, and may need to be thinned out in time.\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cem\u003eRotala indica\u003c\/em\u003e is a relatively fragile plant that should not be included in an aquarium with overly active fish that may damage the fragile stems. It prefers a water temperature that is toward the upper end of its acceptable range, and it requires a moderate to high level of light of 3 to 5 watts per gallon provided by full spectrum bulbs (5000-7000K).\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nReproduction within this species is by cuttings. Simply cut the plant at the height that you desire, but leave room for growth, then strip the leaves off of about an inch of the stem, and plant into the gravel. 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The leaves are green in color, and the veins of the leaves are white and very pronounced.\n\u003cp\u003e\nBecause of its size, 24\" at maturity, the Marble Queen Radican should only be planted in a large aquarium that can afford this space. This plant will extend its leaves to the surface of the aquarium, where they will begin to float. Remove the floating leaves, to prevent the submersed leaves from dropping off, and the other plants from being shaded. This plant will thrive in a moderate level of light of 2 to 3 watts per gallon, provided by full spectrum bulbs (5000-7000K).\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nReproduction within this species is by adventitous plants on the pindacles, and sometimes by seed. This plant will flower regularly in an open top aquarium, which may follow with the formation of seeds. 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Trim any dead tips on these plants, to inhibit the entire leaf from decaying. This plant is amphibious and will grow out of the water in a small aquarium. Provide a moderate amount of light in the range of 2 to 3 watts per gallon, using full spectrum bulbs (5000-7000K).\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nReproduction with this plant occurs through runners set out by the plant, or by seed production. Allow the new plant to develop a root system and immature leaves prior to separating it from the mother plant. 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Juvenile forms of the plant often have reddish brown leaves. However, as the plant matures, the leaf color changes to a dark, vibrant green and serves as the perfect aquarium accent plant. \n\u003cp\u003e\nNative to the tropical regions of Africa, these flowering plant species are primarily found in rivers, streams, and marshes. \u003cem\u003eAnubias\u003c\/em\u003e plants are ideal when planted in substrate or placed on harder surfaces, such as rocks or driftwood. They have medium light requirements but need regular fertilization with iron-based supplements for optimal growth. Interestingly, most \u003cem\u003eAnubias\u003c\/em\u003e plants do not respond to CO2 supplementation. \n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nConsidered a slow grower, members of the \u003cem\u003eAnubias\u003c\/em\u003e genus should not be placed in high light areas of your system to help prevent excessive algae growth on the leaves. 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Tall, slender, ruffled leaves sway gracefully under water, while emergent forms grow considerably shorter with broader leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpiralis require a substrate that is fertilized with an iron-rich fertilizer. Regular pruning and thinning will keep it looking its best. Spiralis requires stable water conditions to prevent rotting of the stems and leaves. Provide at least 2 watts per gallon using full spectrum bulbs (5000-7000K). Water temperature should be between 75° and 82°F, with a dKH of 3-8 and a pH of 6.5 to 7.5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, use Spiralis as a solitary plant. They may also be planted in groups with good results. If planted in thick groups, all variations will grow taller and narrower. When planting in this fashion, place the smaller types in the foreground of the aquarium, with the larger ones in the center and back. 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It is amphibious, meaning that it will grow either partially or fully submersed. Provide at least 2 watts per gallon of light supplied by full spectrum (5000-7000K) bulbs. \n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\nJava Ferns will thrive in an aquarium with an alkalinity of 3-8 dKH and a pH of 6.0 to 7.5. They will propagate by adventitious plants on leaves \u0026amp;; roots, and rhizome division may also be seen. Java Fern looks great planted singly, or in groups if there is enough room in the aquarium.  \n\u003cimg src=\"\/images\/general\/b_donotrelease_090905.gif\" width=\"232\" height=\"71\" hspace=\"2\" vspace=\"2\" border=\"0\" align=\"right\" alt=\"Do not release plants into local waters. 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