Anubias Nana Petite / 'Anubias barteri var. nana 'petite'' Single Plant
$8.98
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
West Africa - Cultivated Mutation
Care:
Easy
Light Requirements:
Low to Medium
Placement:
Epiphyte, Rhizome attached to Rock or Driftwood
Size:
5 cm to 10 cm
Nutrient Requirements:
Low Nutrient and Low CO2 Supplementation Recommended
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6-8
Growth:
Slow
Plant Description:
Anubias barteri var. nana 'petite' is part of the Anubias genus. They are native to slow, low lit streams, rivers and marshes of Africa. Due to its unique semi aquatic lifestyle, this plant can be grown successfully submerged in the aquarium or emerged in a high humidity terrarium, paludarium or vivarium.
Anubias barteri var. nana 'petite' is a larger plant that is adored because of its tiny bright green leaves attached to a thick green rhizome. It is important when planting that this rhizome remains unburied.
Anubias barteri var. nana 'petite' works well when attached to hardscape such as driftwood or stones to ensure the rhizome is free of debris that may cause it to rot.
In the aquarium, Anubias barteri var. nana 'petite', is a relatively easy to care for plant that requires low to medium light and minimal fertilization or CO2 supplementation. Barteri var. nana 'petite is highly sought after for its small and compact size ; it is ideal for nano and small aquariums, shrimp tanks, terrariums and paludariums.
Although this plant may be a slow grower in the aquarium, with enough time and care it will begin to flourish and even sprout small white flowers.
Aponogeton Crispus Single Plant
$3.98
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
Asia - Sri Lanka
Care:
Medium
Light Requirements:
Medium
Placement:
Mid-ground to Background
Size:
15cm - 25cm
Nutrient Requirements:
Medium Nutrient and Medium CO2 Supplementation Recommended - Heavy Root Feeder
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6.5-7.5
Growth:
Medium
Plant Description:
Aponogeton crispus is part of the Aponogeton genus. They are native to the slow moving streams and ponds of Sri Lanka that are only filled during the rainy season. When these streams and ponds dry up, these plants will go dormant until the next rainy season.
Aponogeton crispus is a plant that is adored because of its large size and beautiful narrow, textured, green leaves. This plant can be planted directly into the substrate, and can be easily propagated by splitting the plant at the rhizome or bulb.
In the aquarium, Aponogetons, are relatively easy to care for plants that thrives in a variety of environments; it does best in medium lighting and medium fertilization or CO2 supplementation for best and bright coloration. It should be noted that Aponogetons are notoriously heavy root feeders, and root tabs may be used if nutrient deficiencies are detected. Aponogeton crispus is ideal for large slow moving aquariums where they will create a big impact!
This plant has moderate growth and may go dormant periodically. Dormancy can be simulated by removing and drying the rhizome, or resting the plant in cool water for a couple months.
Aponogeton Ulvaceus Single Plant
$6.98
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
Madagascar
Care:
Medium
Light Requirements:
Medium
Placement:
Background
Size:
30cm - 60cm
Nutrient Requirements:
Medium Nutrient and Medium CO2 Supplementation Recommended - Heavy Root Feeder
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6.5-7.5
Growth:
Medium
Plant Description:
Aponogeton ulvaceus is part of the Aponogeton genus. They are native to the slow moving streams and ponds of Madagascar. This Aponogeton stays fully submerged in its natural habitat, but goes dormant in the winter.
Aponogeton ulvaceus is a plant that is adored because of its large size and beautiful semi-transparent, wavy, green leaves. This plant can be planted directly into the substrate, and can be easily propagated by splitting the plant at the rhizome or bulb.
In the aquarium, Aponogetons, are relatively easy to care for plants that thrives in a variety of environments; it does best in medium lighting and medium fertilization or CO2 supplementation for best and bright coloration. It should be noted that Aponogetons are notoriously heavy root feeders, and root tabs may be used if nutrient deficiencies are detected. Aponogeton ulvaceus is ideal for large slow moving aquariums where they will create a big impact!
This plant has moderate growth and may go dormant periodically. Dormancy can be simulated resting the plant in cool water for a couple months.
Bucephalandra Catherinae 'dark carpet' Single Plant
$10.98
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
Borneo
Care:
Easy
Light Requirements:
Low to Medium
Placement:
Epiphyte, Rhizome attached to Rock or Driftwood
Size:
Leaves approx. 1 - 2.5cm
Nutrient Requirements:
Low Nutrient and Low CO2 Supplementation Recommended
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6.5-7.5
Growth:
Slow
Plant Description:
Bucephalandra Catherinae 'dark carpet' is part of the Bucephalandra genus. They are native to slow, low lit canopied streams of Borneo. Due to its unique habitat in the wild, this plant can be grown successfully submerged in the aquarium or emerged in a high humidity terrarium, paludarium or vivarium.
Bucephalandra Catherinae 'dark carpet' is a small and compact plant that is adored because of its long, wavy, thin dark green leaves attached to a slim rhizome. It is important when planting that the rhizome remains unburied.
Bucephalandra Catherinae 'dark carpet' works well when attached to hardscape such as driftwood or stones to ensure the rhizome is free of debris that may cause it to rot.
In the aquarium, Bucephalandra sometimes referred to as Buce, it is a relatively easy to care for plant that requires low to medium light and minimal fertilization or CO2 supplementation. Buce is ideal for small aquariums, nano aquariums, shrimp tanks, terrariums and paludariums.
Although this plant may be a slow grower in the aquarium, with enough time and care it will begin to flourish and even sprout small white flowers.
Bucephalandra Catherinae Single Plant
$8.98
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
Borneo
Care:
Easy
Light Requirements:
Low to Medium
Placement:
Epiphyte, Rhizome attached to Rock or Driftwood
Size:
Leaves approx. 1 - 2.5cm
Nutrient Requirements:
Low Nutrient and Low CO2 Supplementation Recommended
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6-8
Growth:
Slow
Plant Description:
Bucephalandra 'Catherinae' is part of the Bucephalandra genus. They are native to slow, low lit canopied streams of Borneo. Due to its unique habitat in the wild, this plant can be grown successfully submerged in the aquarium or emerged in a high humidity terrarium, paludarium or vivarium.
Bucephalandra 'Catherinae' is a small and compact plant that is adored because of its long, wavy, thin green leaves attached to a slim rhizome. It is important when planting that the rhizome remains unburied.
Bucephalandra 'Catherinae' works well when attached to hardscape such as driftwood or stones to ensure the rhizome is free of debris that may cause it to rot.
In the aquarium, Bucephalandra sometimes referred to as Buce, it is a relatively easy to care for plant that requires low to medium light and minimal fertilization or CO2 supplementation. Buce is ideal for small aquariums, nano aquariums, shrimp tanks, terrariums and paludariums.
Although this plant may be a slow grower in the aquarium, with enough time and care it will begin to flourish and even sprout small white flowers.
Bucephalandra Red Center Single Plant
$8.98
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
Borneo
Care:
Easy
Light Requirements:
Low to Medium
Placement:
Epiphyte, Rhizome attached to Rock or Driftwood
Size:
Leaves approx. 3 - 5cm
Nutrient Requirements:
Low Nutrient and Low CO2 Supplementation Recommended
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6.5-7.5
Growth:
Slow
Plant Description:
Bucephalandra 'Red Center' is part of the Bucephalandra genus. They are native to slow, low lit canopied streams of Borneo. Due to its unique habitat in the wild, this plant can be grown successfully submerged in the aquarium or emerged in a high humidity terrarium, paludarium or vivarium.
Bucephalandra 'Red Center' is a small and compact plant that is adored because of its long, wavy, thin green leaves attached to a slim redish rhizome. It is important when planting that the rhizome remains unburied.
Bucephalandra 'Red Center' works well when attached to hardscape such as driftwood or stones to ensure the rhizome is free of debris that may cause it to rot.
In the aquarium, Bucephalandra sometimes referred to as Buce, it is a relatively easy to care for plant that requires low to medium light and minimal fertilization or CO2 supplementation. Buce is ideal for small aquariums, nano aquariums, shrimp tanks, terrariums and paludariums.
Although this plant may be a slow grower in the aquarium, with enough time and care it will begin to flourish and even sprout small white flowers.
Bucephalandra Red Dagger Single Plant
$8.98
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
Borneo
Care:
Easy
Light Requirements:
Low to Medium
Placement:
Epiphyte, Rhizome attached to Rock or Driftwood
Size:
Leaves approx. 3 - 5cm
Nutrient Requirements:
Low Nutrient and Low CO2 Supplementation Recommended
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6.5-7.5
Growth:
Slow
Plant Description:
Bucephalandra 'Red Dagger' is part of the Bucephalandra genus. They are native to slow, low lit canopied streams of Borneo. Due to its unique habitat in the wild, this plant can be grown successfully submerged in the aquarium or emerged in a high humidity terrarium, paludarium or vivarium.
Bucephalandra 'Red Dagger' is a small and compact plant that is adored because of its long, thin, dagger shaped, dark leaves attached to a slim red rhizome. It is important when planting that the rhizome remains unburied.
Bucephalandra 'Red Dagger' works well when attached to hardscape such as driftwood or stones to ensure the rhizome is free of debris that may cause it to rot.
In the aquarium, Bucephalandra sometimes referred to as Buce, it is a relatively easy to care for plant that requires low to medium light and minimal fertilization or CO2 supplementation. Buce is ideal for small aquariums, nano aquariums, shrimp tanks, terrariums and paludariums.
Although this plant may be a slow grower in the aquarium, with enough time and care it will begin to flourish and even sprout small white flowers.
Bucephalandra Red Mini Single Plant
$10.98
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
Borneo
Care:
Easy
Light Requirements:
Low to Medium
Placement:
Epiphyte, Rhizome attached to Rock or Driftwood
Size:
Leaves approx. 1 - 2.5cm
Nutrient Requirements:
Low Nutrient and Low CO2 Supplementation Recommended
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6-7.5
Growth:
Slow
Plant Description:
Bucephalandra 'Red mini' is part of the Bucephalandra genus. They are native to slow, low lit canopied streams of Borneo. Due to its unique habitat in the wild, this plant can be grown successfully submerged in the aquarium or emerged in a high humidity terrarium, paludarium or vivarium.
Bucephalandra 'Red mini' is a small and compact plant that is adored because of its long curly leaves that develop a purplish-red tint over time. It is important when planting that the rhizome remains unburied.
Bucephalandra 'Red mini' works well when attached to hardscape such as driftwood or stones to ensure the rhizome is free of debris that may cause it to rot.
In the aquarium, Bucephalandra sometimes referred to as Buce, it is a relatively easy to care for plant that requires low to medium light and minimal fertilization or CO2 supplementation. Buce is ideal for small aquariums, nano aquariums, shrimp tanks, terrariums and paludariums.
Although this plant may be a slow grower in the aquarium, with enough time and care it will begin to flourish and even sprout small white flowers.
Bucephalandra Red Theia Single Plant
$8.98
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
Borneo
Care:
Easy
Light Requirements:
Low to Medium
Placement:
Epiphyte, Rhizome attached to Rock or Driftwood
Size:
Leaves approx. 5 - 7cm
Nutrient Requirements:
Low Nutrient and Low CO2 Supplementation Recommended
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6-7.5
Growth:
Slow
Plant Description:
Bucephalandra 'Theia Red' is part of the Bucephalandra genus. They are native to slow, low lit canopied streams of Borneo. Due to its unique habitat in the wild, this plant can be grown successfully submerged in the aquarium or emerged in a high humidity terrarium, paludarium or vivarium.
Bucephalandra 'Theia Red' is a larger Bucephalandra compared to its cousins. This variety is adored because of its broad, wavy edged, leaves attached to a red rhizome. It is important when planting that the rhizome remains unburied.
Bucephalandra 'Theia Red' works well when attached to hardscape such as driftwood or stones to ensure the rhizome is free of debris that may cause it to rot.
In the aquarium, Bucephalandra sometimes referred to as Buce, it is a relatively easy to care for plant that requires low to medium light and minimal fertilization or CO2 supplementation. Buce is ideal for small aquariums, nano aquariums, shrimp tanks, terrariums and paludariums.
Although this plant may be a slow grower in the aquarium, with enough time and care it will begin to flourish and even sprout small white flowers.
Christmas Moss / 'Vesicularia montagnei' Portion
$5.98
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
Asia
Care:
Easy
Light Requirements:
Low to Medium
Placement:
Attached to Rock or Driftwood, or Free Floating
Size:
8 - 10cm tall
Nutrient Requirements:
Low Nutrient and Low CO2 Supplementation Recommended
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6-8
Growth:
Slow
Plant Description:
Christmas Moss 'Vesicularia montagnei' is part of the Hypnaceae family of aquatic mosses. They are native to shaded waterways through out tropical areas in Asia. Due to its unique habitat in the wild, this plant can be grown successfully submerged in the aquarium, or emerged in a high humidity terrarium, paludarium, or vivarium.
Christmas Moss grows horizontally rather than vertically. This variety is adored because of its resemblance to conifer trees and branches, thus giving it it's namesake. This moss tends to be used as a carpeting plant or attached to the back wall of the enclosure to create a moss wall. This moss also works well when attached rock or wood to soften up hardscape.
In the aquarium, 'Vesicularia montagnei' is also referred to as Xmas Moss, or Brazilian Willow Moss, it is a relatively easy to care for plant that requires low to medium light and minimal fertilization or CO2 supplementation. Moss is ideal for small aquariums, nano aquariums, shrimp tanks, terrariums, and paludariums.
Although this plant may be a slow grower in the aquarium, with enough time and care it will begin to flourish and spread.
Cryptocoryne Aponegetifolia Single Plant
$19.98
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
South-Eastern Asia - Philippines
Care:
Easy
Light Requirements:
Low to Medium
Placement:
Background
Size:
Height 48 - 60+ cm
Nutrient Requirements:
Low to Medium Nutrient and Low to Medium CO2 Supplementation Recommended
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6-8
Growth:
Medium
Plant Description:
Cryptocoryne aponogetifolia is part of the Cryptocoryne genus. These aquatic plants are native to slow, lowland forested river banks and streams of South-Eastern Asia.
In the aquarium, Cryptocorynes are sometimes referred to as Crypts or water trumpets. These plants do best when planted directly into the substrate. While water trumpets are very hardy aquarium plants that do well in a variety of water conditions, these plants are sensitive to drastic changes in water chemistry. When first planted in a new aquarium, this plant may shed its leaves known as “crypt melt” as it adjusts to its new environment. This behavior is normal and can be predicted, once acclimatized to its new living conditions it will again flourish and grow.
Cryptocoryne aponogetifolia is one of the tallest cryptocorne species reaching almost a meter tall in the wild! This large plant is adored for its long and strong rippled leaves. This crypt is an easy to care for plant that requires low to medium light and moderate fertilization and CO2 supplementation for superb growth and coloration. Aponegetifolia is ideal for large or deep aquariums and is one of the few plants that can be kept with cichlid due to its strong leaf structure.
Although this plant may be a moderate grower in the aquarium, with more co2 and plant fertilizer it is possible to produce more growth and propagation over time.
Dwarf Sagittaria / 'Sagittaria subulata' Bunch
$3.98
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
South America
Care:
Easy
Light Requirements:
Medium
Placement:
Foreground to Midground
Size:
Height 10 -30 cm
Nutrient Requirements:
Medium Nutrient and Medium CO2 Supplementation Recommended
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6-7.5
Growth:
Moderate to Fast
Plant Description:
Dwarf Sagittaria / 'Sagittaria subulata' is part of the Sagittaria plant genus. They are small, green, grass-like plant found in fresh and brackish water estuaries in South America.
In the aquarium, Dwarf Sagittaria is commonly used as an undemanding carpeting or foreground plant. This plant does best when planted directly into the substrate and can be easily propagated by new plantlets and lateral runners.
Dwarf Sagittaria is adored because of its low maintenance grass-like appearance and carpeting growth pattern used to create a lush underwater lawn. Under high intensity light and nutrients, it will grow more compact and create a thick carpet of plants in the foreground. This plant is easy to care for and requires medium light and moderate fertilization and CO2 supplementation for the best growth and color. Dwarf Sagittaria is ideal for all sizes of aquariums and does well in a variety of water conditions!
This plant is a medium to fast grower and may require frequent trimming and pruning to keep it in its best shape.
Flame Moss / Taxiphyllum sp. 'Flame' Portion
$7.98
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
Asia
Care:
Easy
Light Requirements:
Low to Medium
Placement:
Attached to Rock or Driftwood, or Free Floating
Size:
8 - 10cm tall
Nutrient Requirements:
Low Nutrient and Low CO2 Supplementation Recommended
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6-8
Growth:
Slow to Moderate
Plant Description:
Flame Moss / Taxiphyllum sp. 'Flame' is part of the Hypnaceae family of aquatic mosses. They are native to shaded waterways throughout tropical areas in Asia. Due to its unique habitat in the wild, this plant can be grown successfully submerged in the aquarium, or emerged in a high humidity terrarium, paludarium, or vivarium.
Flame Moss is unique in that is grows vertically rather than horizontally. This variety is adored, because of its upward spiraling growth pattern resembling flames, thus giving it's namesake. This moss tends to be used as a carpeting plant or attached rock or wood to soften up hardscape.
In the aquarium, Taxiphyllum sp. 'Flame', it is a relatively easy to care for plant that requires low to medium light and minimal fertilization or CO2 supplementation. Moss is ideal for small aquariums, nano aquariums, shrimp tanks, terrariums, and paludariums.
Although this plant may be a slow grower in the aquarium, with enough time and care it will begin to flourish and spread.
Green Cabomba / 'Cabomba caroliniana' Bunch Consisting of 3 to 5 stems
$4.98
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
North America
Care:
Easy
Light Requirements:
Medium
Placement:
Midground to Background
Size:
20cm - 30cm
Nutrient Requirements:
Low Nutrient and Low CO2 Supplementation Recommended
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6.5-7.5
Growth:
Fast
Plant Description:
Green Cabombais part of the Cabomba genus. They are native to bog and shallow waters in North America where they grow in completely submerged environments.
Cabomba caroliniana is a plant that is adored because of their delicate lace-like fanned leaves. This plant can be planted directly into the substrate and can be easily propagated by stem cuttings.
In the aquarium, Bacopas is an easy to care for plants that thrives in a variety of environments; it does best in low lighting and low fertilization or CO2 supplementation for best and bright coloration. This plant is a quick grower and is ideal for filling in spaces in the aquarium quickly. Cabomba caroliniana is ideal for beginners and low maintenance tanks as it does not require much attention.
This plant is a medium to fast grower and will require frequent trimming and pruning to keep it in its best health and shape.
Hornwort / 'Ceratophyllum demersum' Bunch Consisting of 3 to 5 Stems
$4.59
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
North America
Care:
Easy
Light Requirements:
Medium
Placement:
Floating / Background
Size:
30cm +
Nutrient Requirements:
Low Nutrient and Low CO2 Supplementation Recommended
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6.5-7.5
Growth:
Fast
Plant Description:
Hornwort / 'Ceratophyllum demersum' is native to lakes ponds and many bodies of freshwater in North America where they grow floating at the surface or anchored into the substrate.
Ceratophyllum demersum is a plant that is adored because of its ease of care and rapid growth. Hornwort is ideal for providing cover for surface dwelling fish as well as small fry. This plant can be left floating or planted directly into the substrate and can be easily propagated by stem cuttings.
In the aquarium, Hornwort is an easy to care for plants that thrives in a variety of environments; it does best in low lighting and low fertilization or CO2 supplementation for best and bright coloration. This plant is a quick grower and is ideal for filling in spaces in the aquarium quickly. Ceratophyllum demersum is ideal for beginners and low maintenance tanks as it does not require much attention.
This plant is a fast grower and will require frequent trimming and pruning to keep it in its best health and shape.
Java Fern / 'Microsorium pteropus' Single Plant
$3.98
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
Southeast Asia
Care:
Easy
Light Requirements:
Low to Medium
Placement:
Epiphyte, Rhizome attached to Rock or Driftwood
Size:
30 cm to 35 cm
Nutrient Requirements:
Low Nutrient and Low CO2 Supplementation Recommended
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6-7.5
Growth:
Slow
Plant Description:
Microsorium pteropus or Java Fern is part of the Polypodiaceae family of fern plants. This plant is native to Southeastern Asia where it grows submerged or partially submerged on rocks or near moving bodies of water in the jungle. Due to its unique semi aquatic lifestyle, this plant can be grown successfully submerged in the aquarium or emerged in a high humidity terrarium, paludarium or vivarium.
Java Fern is adored because of its compact bushy growth and long, strong, leathery, green leaves attached to a thick green rhizome. It is important when planting, that this rhizome remains unburied.
In the aquarium, Microsorium pteropus works well when attached to hardscape such as driftwood or stones to ensure the rhizome is free of debris that may cause it to rot.
Microsorium pteropus, is a relatively easy to care for plant that requires low to medium light and minimal fertilization or CO2 supplementation. Java Fern is ideal for large aquariums, small aquariums, terrariums and paludariums.
Although this plant may be a slow grower in the aquarium, with enough time and care, it will begin to flourish and become more compact and fuller.
Java Fern Lace / 'Microsorium pteropus var. windelov' Single Plant
$4.98
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
Southeast Asia
Care:
Easy
Light Requirements:
Low to Medium
Placement:
Epiphyte, Rhizome attached to Rock or Driftwood
Size:
30 cm to 35 cm
Nutrient Requirements:
Low Nutrient and Low CO2 Supplementation Recommended
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6-7.5
Growth:
Slow
Plant Description:
Microsorium pteropus var. windelov or Java Fern Lace is part of the Polypodiaceae family of fern plants. This plant is native to Southeastern Asia where it grows submerged or partially submerged on rocks or near moving bodies of water in the jungle. Due to its unique semi aquatic lifestyle, this plant can be grown successfully submerged in the aquarium or emerged in a high humidity terrarium, paludarium or vivarium.
Java Fern Lace is adored because of its compact bushy growth and feathered lace-like, green leaves attached to a thick green rhizome. It is important when planting, that this rhizome remains unburied.
In the aquarium, Microsorium pteropus var. windelov works well when attached to hardscape such as driftwood or stones to ensure the rhizome is free of debris that may cause it to rot.
Microsorium pteropus var. windelov, is a relatively easy to care for plant that requires low to medium light and minimal fertilization or CO2 supplementation. Java Fern Lace is ideal for large aquariums, small aquariums, terrariums and paludariums.
Although this plant may be a slow grower in the aquarium, with enough time and care, it will begin to flourish and become more compact and fuller.
Java Moss / 'Taxiphyllum barbieri' Portion
$5.59
Plant Specifications:
Origin:
Asia
Care:
Easy
Light Requirements:
Low to Medium
Placement:
Attached to Rock or Driftwood, or Free Floating
Size:
8 - 10cm tall
Nutrient Requirements:
Low Nutrient and Low CO2 Supplementation Recommended
Preferred Water Chemistry:
pH 6-8
Growth:
Slow
Plant Description:
Java Moss or Taxiphyllum barbieri is part of the Hypnaceae family of aquatic mosses. They are native to shaded waterways throughout tropical areas in Asia. Due to its unique habitat in the wild, this plant can be grown successfully submerged in the aquarium, or emerged in a high humidity terrarium, paludarium, or vivarium.
Java Moss has the ability to grow on most surfaces in the aquarium. This variety is adored because of its versatility and natural ambiance. This moss tends to be used as a carpeting plant or attached to the back wall of the enclosure to create a moss wall. Java moss also works well when attached rock or wood to soften up hardscape.
In the aquarium, Taxiphyllum barbieri is a relatively easy to care for plant that requires low to medium light and minimal fertilization or CO2 supplementation. Moss is ideal for small aquariums, nano aquariums, shrimp tanks, terrariums, and paludariums.
Although this plant may be a slow grower in the aquarium, with enough time and care it will begin to flourish and spread.
