Kaiser Aquatics Bacopa caroliniana
Bacopa caroliniana also known as Lemon Bacopa is a hardy, slow‑growing stem plant that works equally well in aquaria, paludaria, and shallow pond margins. Below is a quick‑reference sheet followed by deeper care notes and pro tips.
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 ’Kirin’
Anubias barteri 'Kirin' is a captivating aquatic cultivar inspired by an Asian dragon. Its ovate dark green leaves with strongly wavy edges, measuring 3-4 cm, set it apart from other Anubias species. This slow-growing plant thrives in low-light conditions and is best attached to wood or rock in the aquarium. Avoid covering the rhizome to prevent rot and ensure its survival. Experience the magic of Anubias barteri 'Kirin' as it adds a touch of enchantment to your aquascape.
Tropica Sagittaria Subulata
Tropica Sagittaria subulata from South America is an ideal, undemanding foreground plant whose short runners form a compact group. Place individual plants 2-4 cm apart. This plant may cause problems because in certain conditions it suddenly grows to a height of 50 cm when it grows older. But if it is then moved into the background it may become low again. In the aquarium, it sometimes sends a long flower stem to the surface, and small white flowers unfold just above the water surface.
Kaiser Aquatics Hygrophila Lancea Araguaia
Quick Facts
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Scientific Name: Hygrophila Lancea ‘Araguaia’
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Common Name: Hygrophila Araguaia
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Family: Acanthaceae
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Origin: Araguaia River, Brazil
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Light Requirement: Medium–High
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COâ‚‚ Requirement: Recommended
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Growth Rate: Moderate
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Placement: Midground
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Temperature Range: 22–28 °C
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pH Range: 6.0–7.2
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Propagation: Stem cuttings or side shoots
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Difficulty Level: Intermediate (Medium)
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 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 Crinum calamistratum
Crinum calamistratum from West Africa is a very graceful bulbous plant with dark-green, very narrow leaves. The curly leaves becomes 40-120 cm long. It forms smaller bulbs than the other Crinum-species, and requires less light. In the aquarium plants that are thriving form a number of small bulbs. It is not eaten by herbivorous fish. It can also be used in brackish aquariums with low salt concentrations.
Tropica Anubias Gracilis
Western Africa is home to several species of Anubias, including this one. The triangular leaves of 5-10 cm on long leaf-stems make Anubias gracilis one of the most elegant. It is hardy and tolerant, a very good beginner’s plant. The plant can grow on rock or wood or planted on the bottom. If planted in the bottom, the rhizome, from which leaves and roots appear, must not be covered. If it is, the whole plant will rot and die. Anubias gracilis can be allowed to grow out of the water, but will attain a significant size this way.
Tropica Hydrocotyle Verticillata
Unlike other Hydrocotyle species, this plant retains its trailing growth form. Verticillata originates from America and becomes 3-7 cm tall. Optimum growth is only achieved in strong light and soft, slightly acidic water. It does not need to be rooted, but can be used as a floating plant. Hydrocotyle verticillata is definitely a foreground plant, but also suitable for garden ponds. If the soil is kept moist, you may even use it as an indoor plant.
Tropica Shinnersia rivularis ‘Weiss-Grün’
Variety of Shinnersia rivularis, distinguished by the white veins on the leaves, 30-60 cm long and up to 10 cm wide stems. This colour mutation was discovered at the Dennerle aquarium plant nursery. The plant grows rapidly and soon reaches the water surface, but shoots can simply be pinched off and planted back in the bottom. Shinnersia does not appreciate high temperatures. It tends to become leggy, but several plants placed in a group, will improve the appearance. The colours will develop optimally at good light conditions.
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.