• South American Style Mixed Box of Aquarium Plants - Aqua Essentials
  • South American Style Mixed Box of Aquarium Plants - Aqua Essentials
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Aqua Essentials

South American Style Mixed Aquarium Plant Box

A natural mix of broad-leaved swords and fine stem plants for an authentic Amazon-style layout

£71.99
£71.99
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    About Mixed Boxes

    Mixed Boxes are the best way to add lots of plants into your aquarium without the hassle of having to choose the plants - leave it up to the experts!

    Our plant manager will persoanlly pick your plants choosing a range of foreground, midground and background plants. All mixed boxes have a range of colours and sizes so when they arrive with you, it looks beautiful immediately.

    What size should I choose?

    Select the mixed box that is closest to your aquarium taking into consideration any wood or rocks you already have in there. If that's the case, try the next size down.

    Can I request specific plants in a Mixed Box?

    You can't request specific plants but if you'd like more foreground than background for eg, shoot us a message and we'll see what we can do for you.
    Description

    Create an authentic South American-inspired aquascape with this hand-picked mix of aquarium plants, chosen by our Plant Manager to reflect the natural, open layouts typical of Amazon basin waterways.

    A South American biotope-style aquascape favours broad-leaved swords for structure, softer stem and fine-leaved plants for natural contrast, and a looser, less formal layout than a Dutch-style tank — closer to how plants actually grow along slow-moving South American rivers and streams.

    A few things to keep in mind when planning your layout:

    • Broad-leaved swords work well as background structure
    • Fine-leaved and stem plants add natural contrast in the mid and foreground
    • Keep the layout open rather than dense — this style isn't about filling every gap
    • Pairs well with driftwood roots and a sand or fine gravel substrate for an authentic look

    Each box includes a mix of background, midground and foreground plants suited to this style. As with all our mixed boxes, the exact plants vary week to week depending on what's freshest in stock, so no two boxes are quite the same.

    Sizes run from 50L (12 pots) up to 500L (120 pots), so there's a box matched to your tank. Every plant is packed fresh from our UK facility and arrives ready to plant.
    Our Delivery Promise to You

    Express Delivery is our fastest and most reliable option. Orders are fully trackable, delivered within a one-hour time slot, and covered by our replacement guarantee if plants are damaged due to delivery delays. It’s ideal if you want extra peace of mind and plants arriving exactly as they left us.

    Tracked 24 is a great value option and usually arrives within a couple of days.

    Order before 4pm (Mon–Fri) for same-day dispatch.

    Shipping starts from £4.99 for Tracked 24 and £6.99 for DPD Express.
    South American Style Mixed Box of Aquarium Plants - Aqua Essentials

    Product FAQs

    Helpful details before you buy.

    What is a South American biotope aquascape?

    A South American biotope-style aquascape recreates the natural, open layouts found in Amazon basin waterways — broad-leaved swords for structure, softer stem and fine-leaved plants for contrast, and a looser, less formal look than a Dutch-style tank.

    What plants come in the South American Style Mixed Box?

    You'll receive a mix of background, midground and foreground plants suited to this style, typically including broad-leaved swords and fine-leaved or stem species. As with all our mixed boxes, exact plants vary week to week depending on what's freshest in stock.

    How many pots do I need for my tank?

    Choose the box size closest to your tank: 50L needs 12 pots, 100L needs 24, 150L needs 36, 200L needs 48, and 300L needs 72.

    Do the plants require CO2 to grow?

    Most plants can grow without CO2, but adding CO2 can improve growth and enhance colours. These plants perform well in both low-tech and high-tech setups.

    Are these aquarium plants suitable for beginners?

    Yes — this mixed box is suitable for beginners and experienced aquascapers alike. The plants are selected to work well together and grow successfully in most setups.