That's amazing Marlene! What type of anubias is it ?

@@TropicaAquariumPlants I guess it is a nana cause leave are about 3-4cm long on average. I have video of them, you can see them easily as my main tank looks just like a giant anubias, Maybe you could tell me if I am right thinking it is nana. My page profile picture is leaves of that anubias with a young adult cherry shrimp on it (as a scale). It was such a long time ago ... and I have not bought any anubias since so I cannot be sure about the variety (obvioulsy the packaging box has been thrown away a very very very long time ago so cannot have a look at it 😂😂)

It really is!

Great to hear! Thank you for the support!

Great suggestion! ...coming soon

Wonderful!

But I just dont get why it flowers under water - its not like a bumblebee comes along and germinate the flower ...

@@sailorjbn there is various types pollen carriers some use insects (those who produce honey/sweet smell) some use air some water etc..

Hi Dominic. The substrate itself outlasts us as a specie, you can add root tabs whenever you feel like the plants aren't getting enough nutrition; it is more of a personal choice and plant based decision rather than a substrate driven one.

Hehe, I think they’re pretty good!

If you use superglue, you can put them in immediately. The water will instantly harden the glue

I say it with confidence and no one seems to question it! 😊 - George

Hi Kelvin. Could you be more specific? soil and liquid fertilizers tend to be 2 different things; you should use fertilizer regardless of whether you have soil or not and for an epiphyte you don't need soil at all, just attach it on the wood directly and let it "do its thing". You can read more about it here: tropica.com/en/plant-care/

@@TropicaAquariumPlants I'm still unsure if I'm going to plant in the substrate in which case I would use both. Or if I just have epiphytes would soil be required. Thanks for the reply, thats cleared it up for me

Adding fast growing plants can definitely help. Try ensuring adequate lighting: Low energy nano tanks require low to moderate lighting. It's important to use the correct spectrum and intensity for the plants, Anubias and Buce are low-light plants, and they can thrive under low light conditions. If the lighting is too strong it can promote algae growth. Use a timer: It's important to limit the duration of lighting to around 6-8 hours per day. A timer can help regulate the lighting schedule and prevent the plants from being exposed to too much light. Add floating plants which can help to absorb excess nutrients from the water column and reduce algae growth. These plants can also provide shade to the lower parts of the tank, reducing the amount of light that reaches the bottom and promoting healthy growth of low-light plants like Anubias and Buce. Increase water movement by adding a gentle flow or surface agitation to help distribute nutrients evenly throughout the tank and prevent dead spots where algae can grow. And finally, the most important is still regular water changes: Regular water changes can help to remove excess nutrients and organic matter from the tank. This can prevent algae growth and keep the tank clean and healthy.

@@TropicaAquariumPlants thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed response. Much appreciated

Yes, both Pogostemon helferi and Staurogyne repens can be attached to rock or wood in an aquarium. These plants are often used in aquascaping layouts where they are attached to hardscape elements like rocks or driftwood. When attaching these plants to hardscape, it's important to tie them securely to the surface to prevent them from becoming loose and floating away. You can use a fishing line or thread to tie the plants onto the hardscape until they attach and start growing roots on their own. It's also important to note that when these plants are attached to hardscape, their growth pattern may differ from when they are planted in substrate.

Yessir!

Hi Nomar. In most cases regular water changes and maintenance fix the issue; a few fish will also feed on them relentlessly.

The 3 day blackout method can be helpful

Increase circulation/gas exchange. Siphon top layer of substrate. Do this along with the black out.

@@TropicaAquariumPlants thanks for your valuable reply

@@stelthtenau thanks for your suggestion.

There is I am afraid no such thing as liquid CO2 (unless under intense pressure) it is glutaraldehyde, a disinfectant which is of course toxic, very hard to use safely in shrimp/fish stocked tan. I would not touch the stuff - literally! Blue Green algae suggests pollution - normally high phosphates. Really not a good indication of the health of an aquarium, the worst of all 'algae' problems. Blackout will work - short term - but do add aeration during blackout or fish will die. My advice: remove by syphon all algae, repeated water changes of 25% daily for a fortnight, add a yeast or pressurised CO2 system and add a phosphate absorption resin, ROWA is excellent. Light coloured substrate and long-photoperiods and high temperatures also don't help. Good luck.

Hi Darius, under ideal circumstances it will last forever, so no worries there.

Thank you

Hi Stan. You can make it happen without CO2, it's a relatively easy plant to grow tropica.com/en/plants/plantdetails/Bucephalandra'Kedagang'(139BTC)/22544

@@TropicaAquariumPlants thank you!!

You're right...although it might be no 6 for us...

@@TropicaAquariumPlants :(

...coming in at number ......6

Hi! You can check the individual plant profile videos or the full plant list on tropica.com/en/plants/