Aquarium Plants

Ceratophyllum, or Hornwort, so named because of the small protrusions on the margins of the leaves which give the plant a rather coarse feeling when run through the hand, is a beautiful plant which is very useful in keeping water clean and free of excess algae. Because they never root, all of their nutrients are derived directly from the water. The plant spends its entire life completely submersed. It provides egg scattering fish, i.e., Koi an outstanding spawning medium and a great hiding place for fish fry. Will grow either free floating or will become attached to the bottom of the pond. *****Restrictions: Sorry, but we can't ship this item to Puerto Rico*****

Cabomba is a plant which does very well in warm, well lit water. Under the water it produces finely divided, fan shaped, oppositely opposed leaves on a long slender stem. Outdoors, in the summer, or in a brightly lit aqaurium, it produces small, lanceolate leaves on the surface of the water. These are followed by clusters of beautiful small white to lavender flowers. This is an excellent plant for either ponds or aquariums. An outstanding oxygenator.Can be planted in with your waterlilies, lotus or bog plants. Can also be anchored in shallow water (1-2') areas in a sandy substrate. Sorry, but we can't ship this item to Maine, and it is not suitable for use in Koi ponds. ****

Leaves are approximately .25" wide and up to 5" long. Ribbon-shaped leaves. Plant reproduces by runners and can form dense colonies. Growth habit is identical to Sagittaria subulata.

Most useful as a submersed grass in aquariums and as an oxygenator in ponds. Ribbon shaped leaves grow up to 12 inches long and 3/8 of an inch wide. Plant reproduces by runners and can form colonies which become dense enough to stabilize soil in ponds. In shallow water, small, dark green, ovate leaves with small brown speckles are produced. Small, white flowers float on the water's surface or are held slightly above it.In the pond, you can start it out in a nursery flat or shallow container in 4-6" of water.

Echinodorus osiris is one of the more beautiful species available to aquarists. Its leaves change from red to dark green over their long lives and may attain sizes approaching 3 inches by 10 inches. Pronounced veins in the leaves adds to the interest. Will grow easily where sufficient light is provided.

This is the classic Amazon Sword Plant that has been in the hobby for so long. Striking large green leaves grow to 10" or more on long stems. Excellent as a centerpeice for any medium-sized to large aquarium. In the pond it can be planted directly into "pockets" of gravel or a 10" container. (1-2' of water). Protect from Koi and Goldfish.

Also known as Wonder Bulb. Lovely, translucent leaves grow up to 10" long and 1" wide. They are held on stems which arise in a rosette from a bulb. Our plants are sprouted and growing with vigorous roots. In most tanks these plants will produce spikes of small, fragrant white flowers. Seeds can be readily produced by rubbing the flowers from two plants together, or by tansporting pollen with a small paint brush.

A dwarf water lily that can be grown in your aquarium. Flowers are a nice medium pink. Lily needs strong light to bloom indoors. Can be moved out to your pond in the summertime. Re-pot in larger container for outdoor growth and larger flowers.

Microsorium pteropis, an amphibious fern which will tolerate submersion. Dark green, lanceolate leaves grow from a rhizome which may be attached to stone, wood, or gravel. Will grow in terrariums, or aquariums with ease. Forms dense clumps and will grow to 6 inches or more tall.

L. palustris is an excellent choice for ponds and for cooler aquaria. The leaves are ovate, pointed on the end and sit on a short petiole. The leaf margins are frequently undulate. Leaves grow to 2" long and 3/4" wide. Stems branch freely, especially if they are trimmed. When grown in well lit situations, leaves turn to shades of red. In ponds, the plants will grow in several inches of water or out of the pond, into the surrounding landscape, growing short, dark green leaves on prostrate stems. In any situation, this plant is easy to grow. Can also be anchored in shallow water areas using small stones or gravel.

Whorls of long, dark green leaves grow from vertical red stems. Branching stems eventually form dense clumps in well lit tanks. With its dark foliage, this is a worth-while addition to any tank. Easy to grow and to propagate. Excellent for hiding fish fry. Will grow in ponds or aquaria. Can be planted in with your waterlilies, lotus or bog plants. Can also be anchored in shallow water areas using small stones or gravel.ZONE 6 ***Cannot ship to Maine ***

Medium to bright green, good for oxygenation and hiding places for baby fish. Fast grower, spiraling to 12 inches in length. Reproduces by runners, beautiful underwater grass. Great contrast to the flat straplike leaves of other aquarium plants. Tips of leaves turn a pinkish-red when in bright sun light or aquarium lights. Produces a tubular seed pod which floats on the surface.

Long dark green leaves, which grow to 3 to 4 feet in length. It is not unheard of for them to grow to 6 feet in length, under the proper conditions. Good in large aquariums, or in ponds. A good oxygenator and hiding place for baby fish. Can be planted in with your waterlilies,or in shallow trays to create a grassy effect.(1-4' of water)

The plants grow to 18 inches or more in length and are medium to dark green. Zone 4

Also known as Indian fern, water fern, Oriental waterfern, and water hornfern. Water Sprite, Ceratopteris thalictroides, is one of the most beautiful plants in the aquarium or pond. It is also one of the easiest to grow. A planted specimen will reach the tank's surface and produce numerous offspring right on the leaves. The offspring can be planted immediately to start the process over. Floating colonies of small plants provide excellent coverage for baby fish. Leaves are fern-like, heavily incised on the margins, bright green, and can reach lengths of a foot, or more. Can be accomodated to any size aquarium, but larger tanks can hold large, beautiful, lush specimens.

Hygrophila diformis is one of the most versatile of all aquatic plants. For the aquarist, this is one of the plants that make water gardening worthwhile. Leaves are bright green, large, and showy. They are deeply incised on their margins and, in the extreme case, have an almost ferny appearance. Our photo here hardly does it justice. In the proper setting, they are easy to grow and can be quite beautiful.
For the pond keeper, this plant offers a flowery edge treatment. Please see IBP158

An outstanding oxygenator. Sold in bunches, a bunch consists of 6-8 lengths, 6-8 inches long with growing tips. *Shipping restrictions*

Ocelot Sword Plant

South American water moss, great medium for spawning fish. Free floating plant. Will attach itself to the rough surface of pond walls to soften the effect of the cement. Great for aquariums and ponds alike!

Mud-midget, native to Florida, is another small duckweed, but this one has narrow, elongated fronds. Mud-midget plants float just beneath the surface of the water. This is an excellent plant for shading water, using up free nutrients in the water, or for feeding certain herbivorous fish. One portion is approximately the volume of a 1 ounce measure.

Wide, heavily puckered leaves. Requires very clean water and a rich substrate.

Long, slender leaves are depp green and fantastically ruffled. The stiffness of the leaf is similar to cellophane. Seems to prefer cool, clean, soft water.

Beautiful, very wide, wavy edge leaves in a bright lime green color. Plant does well in strong currents, and a place in front of the filter flow would be ideal. Attractive double yellow flower spikes that are self-fertile.

Can get up to 4-6" tall. Great for front or middle of the tank planting. Small bronzed leaves. Comes from Sri Lanka. Propagates by runners.

Can get up to 2-4" tall. Great for front or middle of the tank planting. Leaves are light green on top and bronzy-red underneath. One of the easiest cryptocrynes to grow. Comes from Sri Lanka. Propagates by runners.

Can get up to 15-19" tall. Great for middle or back of the tank planting. Wide medium green leaves. Comes from East Asia, they are found from East India to Eastern New Guinea. Propagates by runners.

Can get up to 4-6" tall. Great for front or middle of the tank planting. Triple rosette foliage, beautiful reddish brown coloration. Comes from Sri Lanka. Propagates by runners.

Also called Giant Crypt. Leaves are olive green on top and red underneath. Gets up to 13-17" tall. Great for middle or back of the tank planting. Comes from East Asia, they are found in Thailand, Borneo and Malaysia. Propagates by runners. Tolerates hard water.

Can get up to 12-23" tall. Great for back of the tank planting. Long, thin leaves with light green on top, bronze underneath. Some ruffling on the leaves. Comes from Sri Lanka. Propagates by runners.