Lagenandra nairii 'Compact'

Lagenandra nairii ‘Compact’ is endemic to Chalakkudy, Kerala and is quite unique for its stunning compact growing habit; obviously the compact in Lagenandra varieties.

This can be grown submersed as well as emerged in paludariums/ terrariums/ photospheres etc.

Gymnocoronis spilanthoides

This stem plant can be grown under various conditions and can tolerate high temperatures. There should be adequate space between the stems while planting.

Ammannia gracilis

Looks good when planted in group and set against plants with light green leaves. For best result use very bright light and nutrients.

Hygrophila sp snake

This easy to grow plant has narrow curvy leaves wavering in water current like a snake.

Staurogyne sp.'Porto velho'

This plant grows best under strong light. It can also be attached to driftwood or rocks. Picture is for representation only.

Bolbitis heteroclita 'difformis'

Bolbitis heteroclita "difformis" is a small, fine tripinate -leaved form of B. heteroclita, originating from the Philippines widely known as Mini Bolbitis. This fern grows very slowly under water and grows best when cultivated as a terrestrial plant.

This is more suitable to grow emerged in paludariums/terrariums/phytospheres etc & also suitable for moist & warm terrariums/ Vertical Gardens etc.

The best method to plant this is tying it on a piece of wood / rough stone /tree root with a dark cotton thread or fishing line to attach the plant until the roots holds the material & doesn’t appreciate being planted in the substrate in submersed condition & the rhizome should not buried in the substrate . Low light, low Co2 & very less nutrients are advised.

Hydrocleys nymphoides

A floating aquatic plant with eye catching delicate light-yellow flower soft tri-petaled with reddish-brown centers; commonly known as ‘Water poppy’.
Flowers typically last only one day, but a frequent flowering plant in summer. This tropical American plant can compete with native water lilies and its compact nature is attractive for nano cisterns.

A low maintenance, compact floating plant with regular flowering. Best growth & flowering usually occurs in shallow water & under full sunlight.

Hygrophila balsamica

Suitable for aquariums with bright light and CO2 injection.

Phyllanthus fluitans

Easy to grow floating plant. Under right conditions the leaves turn slightly reddish and flowers.

Sagittaria sp. narrow leaf

Very hardy plant that will do well in most aquariums.