Echinodorus parvifloris

Ludwigia brevipes

A hardy mid-ground plant which has to be pruned regularly to keep compact. Low nitrates with high phosphate will make the plant reddish.

Microcarpaea minima

This plant is not very hard to keep, but will do best with CO2 injection. Multiply by lateral shoots.

Ludwigia arcuata- Dark red

Very bright light, CO2 injection, and adequate dosing is required for this plant to do well in the aquarium.

Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba'

Requires bright light, CO2 and adequate nutrients to form a lush carpet.

Echinodorus grissibachia

A small very slow growing plant which can be used in foreground and midground.

Rotala Rotundifolia 'orange'

Very bright light, CO2 injection and adequate nutrient dosing is required to bring out the red coloration.

Cabomba piauhyensis

This red cabomba is a high demanding plant. Regular fertilization with good light and iron supplement is required.

Nelumbo nucifera -Pink

Fertilizer tabs are required for this plant to grow well and to flower.

Najas roraima

Under high light and nutrient dosing, the tip of the plant turns red. The leaves have dotted pattern. Care must be taken as the stems of this delicate plant can break off easily. They can also be kept as floating plant.