Amazon sword (scientific name Echinodorus grisebachii or Echinodorus amazonicus) is one of the most popular aquarium plants. It is undemanding, good looking and grows fast – this is all both beginner and experienced aquarists need. We’ll tell you how to cultivate Amazon sword properly, how to care about it and grow it. Let us mention right away, that there are some issues with classification of this plant kind.
Pogostemon helferi, commonly known as Downoi is a small, compact aquatic plant that belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Thailand and is highly popular among aquarists for its unique and attractive appearance. Pogostemon Helferi is an unusual tank plant with very nice ornamented leaves. It is small sized and it has incredible green coloring. It quickly forms a very impressive green carpet in the foreground and in the middle of the tank.
Vallisneria is the least demanding tank plant in terms of care. Except the fact that little effort is required for keeping it, the plant easily propagates as well. All in all, this is a perfect plant for beginners. Vallisneria species are popular choices for aquariums and provide numerous benefits, including oxygenation, water filtration, and aesthetics. These submerged plants typically have long, narrow leaves that can vary in color, size, and shape depending on the species. Vallisneria is known for its ability to propagate through runners and can form dense stands in aquatic environments. It is a versatile plant that can thrive in a wide range of water conditions, making it suitable for both beginner and experienced aquarists.
Cabomba caroliniana, commonly known as Carolina fanwort or green cabomba, is an aquatic plant species native to the southeastern United States. It belongs to the family Cabombaceae and is often used as an aquarium plant due to its attractive appearance. Cabomba is one of the most renowned and widespread long-stalked aquarium plants. There are five species known for now, plus newly appeared hybrids. Luckily, growing conditions for all these species are almost identical. They differ only in their appearance and growth rate.
