{"title":"Stem Plants","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"pogostemon-stellatus-octopus","title":"Pogostemon Stellatus 'Octopus'","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong, wispy leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy background plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat cover for fish and shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePogostemon stellatus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Octopus' is very eye-catching due to its long, wispy and bright green leaves. This easy stem plant thrives under low to medium light and provides excellent cover for fish and shrimp to hide out. Once it starts getting established, it can grow quite tall in a short amount of time and may require regular trimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003ePogostemon stellatus\u003c\/em\u003e 'Octopus'\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAsia and Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEasy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Background\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Medium Light 10-35 PAR \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(click to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eTrim stems and replant\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Pogostemon Stellatus Octopus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each stem deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Don’t plant the stem plants all in a single bunch but rather individually with a little space between so that the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the stem at an angle or wrap a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Pogostemon Stellatus Octopus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cem\u003ePogostemon stellatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ecare is very easy, so start by using low to medium lighting between 10-35 PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003ePogostemon stellatus\u003c\/em\u003e melting? This stem plant is grown out of the water at the farm. Once the plants arrive to us, we begin the process of converting them to their underwater form. The plant you receive may be half-converted and still need time to adjust to life under water. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003ePogostemon stellatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eturning yellow or brown? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim \u003cem\u003ePogostemon stellatus\u003c\/em\u003e Octopus: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Pogostemon Stellatus Octopus\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":22192226436,"sku":"P287","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/pogostemon-stellatus-octopus-6863887.jpg?v=1766095155"},{"product_id":"water-sprite","title":"Water Sprite","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine, lace-like leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be grown floating or planted in ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy plant that grows quickly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater sprite is an easy-to-grow, aquatic fern with dense foliage that provides excellent shelter for small fish and fry. It can be grown traditionally planted into substrate or used as a floating plant. Water sprite grows fairly quickly when given plenty of nutrients under low to medium lighting. It is often confused with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/water-wisteria\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewater wisteria\u003c\/a\u003e because of their complex leaf texture and bright green color. However, water sprite has a more thin, lace-like leaf structure, whereas the leaves of water wisteria are a little more broad and sturdy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCeratopteris thalictroides\u003c\/em\u003e (or \u003cem\u003eCeratopteris siliquosa\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To: \u003c\/strong\u003eAsia, Australia, Americas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEasy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Background or floating\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eLow to Medium Light 10-35 PAR (\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low to none\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e if planted in the ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim stems and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Water Sprite in Aquarium \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each stem deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Don’t plant the stem plants all in a single bunch but rather individually with a little space between so that the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the stem at an angle or wrap a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Water Sprite Aquarium Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Aquarium plant water sprite\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ecare is very easy, so start by using low to medium lighting between 10-35 PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my water sprite plant melting? This stem plant is grown out of the water at the farm. Once the plants arrive to us, we begin the process of converting them to their underwater form. The plant you receive may be half-converted and still need time to adjust to life under water. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my water sprite turning yellow or brown? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim water sprite: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Water Sprite\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":25179643144,"sku":"00810055290147","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/water-sprite-1072428.jpg?v=1766095154"},{"product_id":"ammannia-gracilis","title":"Ammannia Gracilis","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVibrant red to green gradient\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTall stem plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium to high lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmmannia gracilis \u003c\/em\u003eis a stem plant that requires high light and CO2 to show vibrant red and pink colors. It can also thrive under medium light but may retain a more yellow to green color. In its underwater form, \u003cem\u003eAmmannia gracilis \u003c\/em\u003eproduces thin, elongated, pointed leaves that help provide shelter for fish and fry. As a fast-growing plant, it can reach \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eover 10 inches tall and therefore does well as a background plant. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eAmmannia gracilis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative To:\u003c\/strong\u003e West Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Medium\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Middle to Background\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to High Light 20-50+ PAR \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(click to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not required but preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-iron\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Iron supplement\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Trim stems and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Ammania Gracilis Aquarium Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each stem deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Don’t plant the stem plants all in a single bunch but rather individually with a little space between so that the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the stem at an angle or wrap a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Care for\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eAmmannia Gracilis\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cem\u003eAmmania gracilis\u003c\/em\u003e care is fairly easy, so start by using medium to high lighting between 20-50+ PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eAmmannia gracilis \u003c\/em\u003eplant melting? This stem plant is grown out of the water at the farm. Once the plants arrive to us, we begin the process of converting them to their underwater form. The plant you receive may be half-converted and still need time to adjust to life under water. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eAmmania gracilis\u003c\/em\u003e turning yellow or brown? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim \u003cem\u003eAmmania gracilis\u003c\/em\u003e: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eAmmannia Gracilis\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":27575175880,"sku":"P010","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/ammannia-gracilis-6780234.jpg?v=1766095151"},{"product_id":"baby-tears","title":"Baby Tears","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelicate, small leaves\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to grow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat cover for baby fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaby tears is known for its delicate, small, round leaves that add interesting textures and contrasts nicely against larger-leafed plants. This relatively easy-to-grow, medium light stem plant makes a great foreground to midground plant due to its smaller size. If left untrimmed, baby tears can grow up to a foot tall, so make sure to trim it often to encourage low, bushy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMicranthemum umbrosum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To: \u003c\/strong\u003eNorth America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Medium\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Foreground, midground, or background\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium Light 20-35 PAR \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(click to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low to \u003c\/span\u003enone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Trim stems and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Baby Tears in Aquarium\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. To plant baby tears, group several stems together and plant as a bunch. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each bunch deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Plant the bunches with some space in between so that the stems can get plenty of light and the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the bunch keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the bunch at an angle or wrap a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Care for Baby Tears Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Baby tears plant care is very easy, so start by using medium lighting between 20-35 PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my baby tears plant turning yellow or brown? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim baby tears plant: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Baby Tears\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":27579488328,"sku":"27579488328","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/baby-tears-3709680.jpg?v=1766095152"},{"product_id":"mayaca-fluviatilis","title":"Mayaca Fluviatilis","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft, bushy stem plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight green, thin leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy care with medium light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMayca fluviatilis\u003c\/em\u003e is a soft, bushy stem plant with thin leaves that are a light green in color, and its fine texture contrasts nicely against larger-leaved plants. Because of its unique, moss-like appearance, it is commonly referred to as the \"stream bogmoss.\"  This easy-to-grow plant does well in medium lighting or higher. Once established, it will grow quickly and provide a lush hiding spot for fish and shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eMayaca fluviatilis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To:\u003c\/strong\u003e North, South, and Central America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEasy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Background\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium Light 20-35 PAR \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(click to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eNot required but preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-iron\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Iron supplement\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim stems and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Mayaca Fluviatilis Aquarium Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each stem deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Don’t plant the stem plants all in a single bunch but rather individually with a little space between so that the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the stem at an angle or wrap a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Mayaca Fluviatilis \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cem\u003eMayaca fluviatilis \u003c\/em\u003ecare is very easy, so start by using medium lighting between 20-35 PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eMayaca fluviatilis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eplant melting? This stem plant is grown out of the water at the farm. Once the plants arrive to us, we begin the process of converting them to their underwater form. The plant you receive may be half-converted and still need time to adjust to life under water. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eMayaca fluviatilis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eturning yellow or brown? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. Mayaca leaves going pale to white often indicates iron deficiency within the aquarium, so take care to dose a liquid iron supplement such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/easy-iron\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Iron\u003c\/a\u003e for best growth.\u003cbr\u003e— How to trim \u003cem\u003eMayaca fluviatilis\u003c\/em\u003e: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Mayaca Fluviatilis\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":27688851912,"sku":"P114","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/mayaca-fluviatilis-6361624.jpg?v=1766095098"},{"product_id":"pearl-weed","title":"Pearl Weed","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall, oblong leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright green color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy care with medium light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePearl weed is a bright green plant with delicate stems and small, oblong leaves. While it looks similar to \u003ca href=\"\/products\/baby-tears\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ebaby tears\u003c\/a\u003e, its leaves are more elongated and less circular in shape. It thrives under medium to high light conditions and provides excellent cover for small fish and shrimp. It can be kept as a midground plant if trimmed short or as a background plant if allowed to grow out. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHemianthus micranthemoides\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To:\u003c\/strong\u003e North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEasy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Midground to background\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium Light 20-35 PAR \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(click to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e N\u003c\/span\u003eone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Trim stems and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Pearl Weed in Aquarium\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Because the roots are weak, we recommend planting pearl weed in the pot, such that the pot is entirely buried in the ground. Then it can creep laterally and grow upwards once it is done converting to its underwater growth form.\u003cbr\u003e4. If you choose to individually plant the stems, consider planting them in bunches with some space in between so that the stems can get plenty of light and the roots have some room to grow. If the bunch keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the bunch at an angle or wrap a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Pearl Weed\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Pearl weed care is very easy, so start by using medium lighting between 20-35 PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my pearl weed turning yellow or brown? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim pearl weed: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Pearl Weed\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Stem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003cbr\u003e— To create a pearl weed carpet, plant small bunches of the trimmings with a 1-inch gap between each bunch. Make sure the plants are undisturbed by bottom dwellers until they grow firm roots. Keep the tops of the plants frequently pruned so that the lower leaves get enough light. With enough light and nutrients, you will have enough plant trimmings to cover the whole ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":27839168136,"sku":"27839168136","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/pearl-weed-7048709.jpg?v=1766095096"},{"product_id":"scarlet-temple","title":"Scarlet Temple","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePink to red color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStem plant for midground or background\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced level care\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScarlet temple is a vibrant stem plant that features pink- to red-colored leaves, making it really stand out amongst green aquarium plants. When given high lighting, deeper reds and purple tints can even be seen from this plant. It does well as a midground to background plant as it can be trimmed short or grown out a bit taller. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlternanthera reineckii\u003c\/em\u003e var 'Roseafolia'\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To: \u003c\/strong\u003eSouth\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eAmerica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Medium\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Midground or background\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirement: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium to High Light 20-50+ PAR (\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/plant-supplies\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" title=\"Easy Green\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-iron\" title=\"Easy Iron\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Iron supplement\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Trim stems and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Alternanthera Reineckii \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each stem deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Don’t plant the stem plants all in a single bunch but rather individually with a little space between so that the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the stem at an angle or wrap a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Scarlet Temple Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlternanthera reineckii\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecare requires medium skill level, so start by using medium to high lighting between 20-50+ PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). Also, add low to medium amounts of CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003egas. \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlternanthera reineckii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003emelting? This stem plant is grown out of the water at the farm. Once the plants arrive to us, we begin the process of converting them to their underwater form. The plant you receive may be half-converted and still need time to adjust to life under water. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlternanthera reineckii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eturning yellow or brown? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate, and add \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-iron\" title=\"Easy Iron\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Iron supplement\u003c\/a\u003e in high tech planted environments. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim \u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlternanthera reineckii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Alternanthera Reineckii \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":27851881864,"sku":"27851881864","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/ST.jpg?v=1787673437"},{"product_id":"staurogyne-repens","title":"Staurogyne Repens","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNano stem plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBushy ground cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStaurogyne repens\u003c\/em\u003e or S. repens is a low growing, compact plant which is not difficult to care for if provided the right conditions. It is often used as a foreground plant in aquascaping or to fill in empty spaces in planted aquariums. S. repens has small, light green leaves and the plant itself grows rather bushy - sending leaves upwards but only to a couple inches high. It does quite well under high lighting, though it is not exceptionally fast growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eStaurogyne repens\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To: \u003c\/strong\u003eSouth America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Medium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Foreground to midground\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium to High Light 20-50+ PAR (\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eTrim stems and replant\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"reply-body-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"body_text  redactor-styles redactor-in\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Staurogyne Repens Aquarium Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each stem deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Don’t plant the stem plants all in a single bunch but rather individually with a little space between so that the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the stem at an angle or wrap a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Care for Staurogyne Repens\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cem\u003eStaurogyne repens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ecare \u003cspan\u003erequires medium skill level, so start by using medium to high lighting between 20-50+ PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). Also, add medium amounts of CO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eStaurogyne repens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eplant melting? This stem plant is grown out of the water at the farm. Once the plants arrive to us, we begin the process of converting them to their underwater form. The plant you receive may be half-converted and still need time to adjust to life under water. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light, \u003cspan\u003eCO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e, and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eStaurogyne repens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eturning yellow or brown? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate and add \u003ca href=\"\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e as needed.\u003cbr\u003e— How to trim \u003cem\u003eStaurogyne repens\u003c\/em\u003e: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Staurogyne Repens\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":27853751368,"sku":"P278","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/staurogyne-repens-1478504.jpg?v=1766095097"},{"product_id":"moneywort","title":"Moneywort","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall, bright green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall stem plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoneywort is an easy stem plant to grow that features small, bright green leaves and will grow quite tall if left untrimmed. It is quite hardy and does best under medium to higher lighting. Moneywort makes an excellent background plant and will give fish and fry a place to hide and feel secure. \u003cspan\u003eAnother \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efun way to plant moneywort \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis to let it float so that the stems will grow up out of the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eBacopa monnieri\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To:\u003c\/strong\u003e Americas, Australia, Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEasy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e: Background or floating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium Light 20-35 PAR \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(click to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eTrim stems and replant\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Moneywort Aquarium Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each stem deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Don’t plant the stem plants all in a single bunch but rather individually with a little space between so that the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the stem at an angle or wrap a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Moneywort\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Moneywort\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ecare is very easy, so start by using medium lighting between 20-35 PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my moneywort plant melting? This stem plant is grown out of the water at the farm. Once the plants arrive to us, we begin the process of converting them to their underwater form. The plant you receive may be half-converted and still need time to adjust to life under water. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my moneywort\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eturning yellow or brown? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim moneywort: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it. When the stems grow above the water line, it can p\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eroduce small, whitish-purple flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Moneywort\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31683298328645,"sku":"00810055290208","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/moneywort-8876378.jpg?v=1766094968"},{"product_id":"water-wisteria","title":"Water Wisteria","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad leaves provide cover for fish and fry \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be grown floating or planted in ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy stem plant that grows quickly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater wisteria is a hardy, fast-growing plant known for its ease of care and beautiful appearance. The leaves of water wisteria resemble those of \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/water-sprite\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewater sprite\u003c\/a\u003e because of their feathery leaf texture and bright green color. However, the leaves of water wisteria are a little more broad and sturdy, compared to water sprite's more thin, lace-like leaf structure. Water wisteria is excellent for beginners, and can be grown either floating at the surface or planted in the substrate. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHygrophila difformis\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To: \u003c\/strong\u003eIndia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEasy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Background or floating\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eLow to Medium Light 10-35 PAR (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e None\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e if planted in the ground\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim stems or side shoots and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Water Wisteria in Aquarium\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each stem deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Don’t plant the stem plants all in a single bunch but rather individually with a little space between so that the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the stem at an angle or wrap a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Water Wisteria\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Water wisteria\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ecare is very easy, so start by using low to medium lighting between 10-35 PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my water wisteria\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eplant melting? This stem plant is grown out of the water at the farm. Once the plants arrive to us, we begin the process of converting them to their underwater form. The plant you receive may be half-converted and still need time to adjust to life under water. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my water wisteria\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eturning yellow or brown? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim water wisteria: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Water Wisteria\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32032208814149,"sku":"00810055290956","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/water-wisteria-3465150.jpg?v=1766094918"},{"product_id":"ludwigia-repens","title":"Ludwigia Repens 'Red'","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen and red leaves with an oblong shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall background or floating stem plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for medium to high light planted tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLudwigia Red is a lovely stem plant that can grow both green and red oblong-shaped leaves. In high lighting, the leaves at the top of the plant start growing pinkish-red to deep red, creating a unique ombre effect. Give it plenty of light and liquid fertilizer for faster growth and vibrant coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ci\u003eLudwigia repens\u003c\/i\u003e 'Red'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative to:\u003c\/strong\u003e North America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground, background, or floating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium to High Light 20-50+ PAR (\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low to none\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eTrim stems and replant\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Ludwigia Repens in Aquarium\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each stem deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Don’t plant the stem plants all in a single bunch but rather individually with a little space between so that the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the stem at an angle or wrap a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Ludwigia Repens\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cem\u003eLudwigia repens \u003c\/em\u003ecare is fairly easy, so start by using medium to high lighting between 20-50+ PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eLudwigia repens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003emelting? This stem plant is grown out of the water at the farm. Once the plants arrive to us, we begin the process of converting them to their underwater form. The plant you receive may be half-converted and still need time to adjust to life under water. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eLudwigia repens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eturning yellow? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim \u003cem\u003eLudwigia repens\u003c\/em\u003e: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Ludwigia Repens\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40620237946949,"sku":"P006","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/ludwigia-repens-red-8990198.jpg?v=1766094909"},{"product_id":"rotala-hra","title":"Rotala H’ra","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange-pink coloration in high light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeathery, pine-needle-like texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat stem plant for high tech planted tanks \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRotala h'ra is a popular stem plant because of its gorgeous, sunset hues of orange, pink, and red under high lighting. Plus, its feathery, thin leaves provide an interesting texture to the midground or background of the tank. Give it plenty of light, nutrients, and CO2, and it will reward you with vibrant coloration and creeping growth via side shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ci\u003eRotala\u003c\/i\u003e 'H'ra' or \u003cem\u003eRotala rotundifolia\u003c\/em\u003e 'H'ra'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative to:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vietnam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground to background\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium to High Light 20-50+ PAR (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Medium\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim stems or side shoots and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: when you first receive the plant, the leaves were grown out of water and may have round, coin-like leaves (seen in the first and second photo). These leaves will melt back so the plant can produce new leaves that are grown underwater, which looks like short pine needles (seen in the third photo).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Rotala H’ra Aquarium Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each stem deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Don’t plant the stem plants all in a single bunch but rather individually with a little space between so that the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the stem at an angle or wrap a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Rotala H’ra\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Rotala h’ra\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003ecare requires medium skill level, so start by using medium to high lighting between 20-50+ PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). Also, add medium amounts of CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003egas.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my rotala h’ra\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003emelting? This stem plant is grown out of the water at the farm and may have round, coin-like leaves. Once the plants arrive to us, we begin the process of converting them to their underwater form, which have leaves that look like short pine needles. The plant you receive may be half-converted and still need time to adjust to life under water. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my rotala h’ra\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eturning yellow or brown? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim rotala h’ra: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Rotala H’ra\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40620239159365,"sku":"P538","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/rotala-hra-2426239.jpg?v=1766094909"},{"product_id":"willow-hygro","title":"Willow Hygro","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy background plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong, slender leaves \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBushy appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWillow hygro (or hygro willow) has long, slender leaves that look like a willow tree and elegantly sway in the current. As a stem plant, it loves stronger lighting and will grow quickly if given plenty of nutrients. Its tall, bushy appearance is perfect for filling up the background of your planted aquarium, and it can be easily propagated to other tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHygrophila angustifolia\u003c\/em\u003e (formerly \u003cem\u003eHygrophila corymbosa\u003c\/em\u003e \"Augustifolia\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative to:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southeast Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Background\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium to High Light 20-50+ PAR (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not required but preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003ca title=\"Easy Green\" href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Root Tabs\" href=\"\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trim stems and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Willow Hygro Aquarium Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each stem deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Don’t plant the stem plants all in a single bunch but rather individually with a little space between so that the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the stem at an angle or wrap a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Hygro Willow Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— Willow hygro care is very easy, so start by using medium to high lighting between 20-50+ PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). Also, CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e gas is preferred but not required.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my hygro willow\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eplant melting? This stem plant is grown out of the water at the farm. Once the plants arrive to us, we begin the process of converting them to their underwater form. The plant you receive may be half-converted and still need time to adjust to life under water. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my willow hygro\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eturning yellow or brown? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim hygro willow: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Willow Hygro\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40634253803589,"sku":"PRBWIL","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/willow-hygro-1743108.jpg?v=1766094907"},{"product_id":"lindernia-rotundifolia-variegated","title":"Lindernia Rotundifolia 'Watermelon'","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique marbled leaves like little watermelons\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall stem plant that forms bushy clusters\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to grow even for beginners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLindernia rotundifolia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Watermelon' is a top seller at the Aquarium Co-Op fish store because of its extraordinary appearance and easy care. This marbled variety has rounded, green leaves with variegated striping that resemble little watermelons.  Unlike most stem plants that look \"leggy\" at the bottom, the lower leaves of this species are quite hardy and less prone to melting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLindernia rotundifolia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Variegated' or 'Watermelon'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To:\u003c\/strong\u003e Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground, background, or floating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirement: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium Light 20-35 PAR (\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eclick to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green liquid fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Trim stems and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, sizes can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Lindernia Rotundifolia Aquarium Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Remove the potted plant from plastic basket, and split the rock wool in half.\u003cbr\u003e2. Carefully remove the plant roots from the rock wool, and make sure to remove all the small, yellow fertilizer balls. Wash off any remaining debris.\u003cbr\u003e3. Use \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e or your fingers to plant each stem deeply, at least 2 to 3 inches into the ground, which means the substrate may cover some of the bottom leaves.\u003cbr\u003e4. Don’t plant the stem plants all in a single bunch but rather individually with a little space between so that the roots have some room to grow.\u003cbr\u003e5. If the plant keeps popping out of the ground, try inserting the stem at an angle or wrap a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/plant-weights\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplant weight\u003c\/a\u003e at the bottom of the stem to keep them anchored. If the stems have no roots, some people will float them at the surface until they develop roots and then plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Lindernia Rotundifolia\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cem\u003eLindernia rotundifolia \u003c\/em\u003ecare is very easy, so start by using medium lighting between 20-35 PAR to prevent \"leggy\" stems (where the bottom portion of the plant starts dropping leaves). \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eLindernia rotundifolia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003emelting? This stem plant is grown out of the water at the farm. Once the plants arrive to us, we begin the process of converting them to their underwater form. The plant you receive may be half-converted and still need time to adjust to life under water. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eLindernia rotundifolia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eturning yellow or brown? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim \u003cem\u003eLindernia rotundifolia\u003c\/em\u003e: If the plant is too tall or the bottom half of the stem has lost its leaves, prune off the top portion and replant it. Also, if you notice any shoots producing only green leaves, cut them off to maintain the marbled pattern. Pruning the stems encourages the plant to grow side shoots that create a bushier appearance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Lindernia Rotundifolia \u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStem plants can be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant and replanting it in another location. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41028972118085,"sku":"5703249045003","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/lindernia-rotundifolia-watermelon-4266316.jpg?v=1766094848"},{"product_id":"hygrophila-pinnatifida-tissue-culture","title":"Hygrophila Pinnatifida Tissue Culture","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique stem plant with serrated leaves\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed coloration develops under high lighting\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% clean with no algae, duckweed, or snails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eNot available to be shipped to Hawaii and Alaska.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHygrophila pinnatifida\u003c\/em\u003e is a favorite plant commonly used in aquascaping and high tech aquariums. Its narrow, serrated leaves change from green to red under stronger lighting. It also has the unique flexibility to grow it either in the substrate or attached to rock or driftwood. This stem plant has a moderate growth rate and generally reaches 6–16 inches (15–40 cm) tall and 4–8 inches (10–20 cm) wide. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHygrophila pinnatifida\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative To:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eIndia\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground, background, or attached to hardscape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Light: \u003c\/strong\u003eMedium to High Light 20-50+ PAR \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/par_brightness_graphic_v3_with_tank_sizes_32ec4d9e-f111-496a-8440-0cad69724507.png?v=1714069077\" title=\"(click to see our PAR chart)\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e(click to see our PAR chart)\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Requirement: \u003c\/strong\u003eLow to medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreferred Fertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca title=\"Easy Green\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/the-easy-range\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green\u003c\/a\u003e liquid fertilizer and \u003ca title=\"Root Tabs\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/the-easy-range\/products\/easy-root-tabs\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Root Tabs\u003c\/a\u003e if planted in the substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Trim off the runners and replant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Being a natural product, the plant appearance can vary from what is shown.***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Plant Hygrophila Pinnatifida Aquarium Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Upon receiving the tissue culture plant, immediately open the container and rinse off any excess liquid from the roots.\u003cbr\u003e2. The plant can be planted as one single unit or gently separated into smaller plant clumps if there are multiple nodes.\u003cbr\u003e3. \u003cspan\u003eInsert each plantlet between cracks in the hardscape or more firmly attach them using a small dab of \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/super-glue-gel\" target=\"_blank\"\u003esuper glue gel\u003c\/a\u003e. Alternatively, you can i\u003c\/span\u003ensert the plant into the substrate by using\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/products\/planting-tweezers\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eplanting tweezers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor your fingers so that the roots are completely buried but the leaves are above the substrate. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Grow Hygrophila Pinnatifida\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e— \u003cem\u003eHygrophila pinnatifida \u003c\/em\u003ecare requires medium skill level, so start by using medium to high lighting between 20-50+ PAR and add low to medium amounts of CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003egas. \u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eHygrophila pinnatifida\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003emelting? This plant is grown out of the water at the farm and needs time to create new leaves that are used to living underwater. To help speed up the transition, provide plenty of light and nutrients to encourage new leaves to sprout as the old leaves melt away. Consider floating the stems at the surface until it grows more roots and can be easily planted into the substrate.\u003cbr\u003e— Why is my \u003cem\u003eHygrophila pinnatifida\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eturning yellow? If your stem plant is getting enough light, it may be a nutrient deficiency, so measure the nitrate level using a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aquarium-co-op-multi-test-strips\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emulti-test strip\u003c\/a\u003e. Dose with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/easy-green-all-in-one-fertilizer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEasy Green all-in-one fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e until the water has 20-50 ppm nitrate. \u003cbr\u003e— How to trim \u003cem\u003eHygrophila pinnatifida\u003c\/em\u003e: If the plant is too tall, prune off the top portion and replant it. Similarly, side shoots or runners can be trimmed off to create a nice and compact appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to Propagate Hygrophila Pinnatifida\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHygrophila pinnatifida \u003c\/em\u003ecan be easily propagated by trimming off the top half of the plant or any side shoots that appear. The cuttings can be replanted to propagate and spread the plant to multiple locations. The original plant will continue growing upwards from where it was cut and may even create multiple branches. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41055350587461,"sku":"051ATC","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0311\/3149\/files\/hygrophila-pinnatifida-tissue-culture-1499981.jpg?v=1766094845"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.aquariumcoop.mom\/collections\/type_stem-plants.oembed","provider":"Aquarium Co-Op","version":"1.0","type":"link"}