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.

Cuphea anagalloidea

Cuphea anagalloidea is a small, demanding stem plant. Its shoots grow around 1.5 to 2 cm wide, measured from leaf tip to leaf tip. The striking red colour on the upper side of the submersed leaves is most intensive under strong light, and it can look like it was brushed on. The red leaves often have small green spots.

Ludwigia brevipes

A hardy mid-ground plant which has to be pruned regularly to keep compact. Low nitrates with high phosphate will make the plant reddish.

Rotala wallichii 'Mexicana'

Very Bright Light, CO2 injection and adequate nutrient dosing is required to bring out the red color.

Cryptocoryne wendtii

This easy to grow plant can be kept in groups and can be grown under various conditions.

Blyxa Japonica

This plant requires bright light. Iron dosing along with regular fertilization will make this plant take on a maroon coloration.

Fissidence crispulus

Very Bright light, CO2 injection and adequate dosing is required for this plant to do well in the aquarium. Size 5 X 5 cm

Microcarpaea minima

This plant is not very hard to keep, but will do best with CO2 injection. Multiply by lateral shoots.

Pogostemon stellatus 'dassen' -Purple

Requires very bright light, CO2 injection and adequate nutrient dosing for this plant to do well in the aquarium.

Myriophyllum tuberculatum

Good choice for Dutch aquariums. Requires high light, CO2 and nutrients to bring out the color. Clean and clear water is required as debris may clog the fine leaves.