Tropica Bucephalandra sordidula ‘Blue’
Tropica Bucephalandra Sordidula 'Blue' is a highly sought-after plant known for its unique, shimmering blue leaves, which add a rare touch of elegance and sophistication to aquascapes. Native to Borneo’s riverbanks, this plant is a perfect choice for creating natural, jungle-inspired scenes with rich textures and subtle hues. Its leaves display a captivating blue sheen that varies with lighting, making it ideal for aquarists seeking something truly special. Slow-growing and easy to maintain, Bucephalandra 'Blue' thrives in low to moderate light, though higher lighting can enhance its color. This plant is versatile and hardy, adapting well to most aquarium conditions, making it suitable for beginners and experts alike. It’s best placed in the midground or foreground, where its unique color and texture can be admired up close. Attach it to driftwood or rocks for a natural look that mimics its natural habitat. Key Benefits Unique Blue Sheen: Adds an exotic and subtle color. Low Maintenance: Thrives in a range of conditions. Versatile Placement: Perfect for midground or foreground. Natural Aquascaping: Ideal for attaching to hardscape elements. Slow Growth: Retains its form with minimal trimming. Bucephalandra Sordidula 'Blue' is a show-stopper for aquascapers who appreciate the rare and beautiful. Its unique colors, ease of care, and versatility make it a favorite for creating elegant, natural aquascapes.
Tropica Bucephalandra sp. 'Red'
The Bucephalandra resemble Anubias very much and should be treated the same way. They usually grow more or less epiphytic in or near water. Bucephalandra sp. 'Red' does best at lower light levels and is very easy to grow. The leaves are of a very dark green or leathery red colour. Numerous tiny, white dots and sometimes a faint, metallic, blue colour will appear on submerse leaves. Size of leaf is 2-4 cm wide, 4-6 cm long and usually it will present wavy edges. Do not cover the creeping rhizome when planting. This will cause the plant to rot and die.
Tropica Microsorum Pteropus 'Narrow' Java Fern
Plant in 5 cm pot. Microsorum pteropus is a highly variable species, and new varieties are easily bred. Microsorum pteropus 'Narrow' has narrower leaves, which grow at a less acute angle from the stem than the normal Microsorum pteropus. Leaves becomes 10-20 cm and a rhizome from 10-15 cm or more. The plant attaches readily to roots and stones. A decorative plant, which is also suitable for smaller aquariums.
Tropica Micranthemum Umbrosum
Micranthemum umbrosum is a beautiful plant from US with small round leaves. It is suitable for small or large aquariums with stems becoming 10-25 cm long and 1-2 cm wide. Relatively demanding in terms of light. CO2 addition will promote growth. Once the plant starts growing, it grows fast, and the shoots need to be pinched out often (can be planted as cuttings in the soil). Most beautiful in groups of many stems.
Tropica Java Fern Microsorum pteropus
Tropica Java Fern Microsorum pteropus is a water fern from Asia, 15-30 cm tall. To be grown on a root or stone, attached with fishing line until it has gained a hold. If planted in the bottom, do not cover the rhizome because it will rot. Easy to propagate by splitting the horizontal rhizome. A hardy plant that grows in all conditions. The black spots under the leaves are sporangia (reproductive organs), not signs of disease, as many believe.
Anubias Barteri
The Anubias barteri plant is a very popular plant in the aquarium hobby due to its visual appeal and how easy it is to care for. This plant will grow in just about any type of lighting, but its leaves grow more quickly and densely under high-intensity lighting. Anubias barteri can tolerate just about any type of water hardness and pH levels; however, it tends to do best in soft water with a pH of 6.5 to 7.5. It can also grow in a wide range of water temperatures, but we recommend keeping it in water that is anywhere from 72° to 82° F for the best growth results.
Elodea Waterweeds
Elodea Waterweeds are fast-growing, hardy plants that oxygenate your tank and provide excellent cover for fry and shrimp 🐠🦐. Can be rooted or floated, making them perfect for beginners and breeding setups. ✂️ Trim regularly to keep growth under control.
Tropica Cryptocoryne Albida Brown
This little Cryptocoryne comes from Asia, and grows naturally in for instance Thailand. The narrow, red-brown leaves have clear, black patterns and beautifully waving leaf edges. Each leaf grows to be about 1-3 cm wide and up to 15 cm long, giving the plant a light and graceful look, which is easy to combine with other plants inside the aquarium, enabling beautiful contrasts. Like many other Cryptocorynes, it is able to grow under must conditions and can thrive at even very poor light conditions. However, it will only grow very slow under such conditions.
Tropica Anubias barteri var. nana
Tropica Anubias barteri var. nana is a small, attractive plant that thrives in all conditions. It originates from Cameroon and will reach 5-10 cm height. The rhizome will be 10-15 cm or more. It grows slowly, and the leaves survive for several years, giving slow-growing algae the chance to become established. The best result is achieved by planting on a stone or tree root. Fishing line can be used to attach the plant until it gains a hold. If planted on the bottom the rhizome must not be covered because it tends to rot. It flowers frequently under water and will thrive in shady places, where other plants will not. It is not eaten by herbivorous fish.
Tropica Bolbitis heudelotii
Bolbitis heudelotii comes from West Africa, a fern with beautiful, transparent green leaves, 15-40 cm tall and wide. When planting, do not cover the rhizome because it will rot, and it is best to plant Bolbitis heudelotii on a root or stone. Keep the plant in position with fishing line until it has gained a hold. Easy to propagate by splitting the horizontal rhizome. Supply of CO2 will considerably enhance the growth, which is only optimal in soft, slightly acidic water.
Tropica Bucephalandra pygmaea 'Bukit Kelam'
In nature, Bucephalandra usually grows on rocks or wood in rivers and streams - much like Anubias, which they resemble regarding use and care in the aquarium. Bucephalandra 'Wavy Green' is an easy, slow-growing plant that prefers lower light levels. A nice, dense appearance is ensured by the willingness to branch, even without trimming. The green leaves are 2 cm wide and 5 cm long with wavy edges. Tiny white spots will appear on immerse leaves. The creeping stem, rhizome, must not be covered when planting. This will cause the plant to rot and die.