{"title":"Tropica Aquarium Plants","description":"\u003cp style=\"color:#4B4B49\"\u003eTropica is the most respected name in aquarium plants — a Danish nursery whose plants are grown to an exceptional standard and arrive healthy, clean and ready to thrive. As a UK stockist, we ship the full Tropica range fresh to your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#4B4B49\"\u003eYou'll find Tropica plants in two forms. \u003cstrong\u003ePotted\u003c\/strong\u003e plants are larger and well established, grown in rockwool and ready to plant once the wool is removed. \u003cstrong\u003e1-2-GROW!\u003c\/strong\u003e plants are grown in sealed lab cups, completely free of snails, algae and pests — ideal for shrimp tanks and for spreading carpets across the foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#4B4B49\"\u003eNew to live plants? Look for Tropica's \u003cstrong\u003eEasy\u003c\/strong\u003e species — Java fern, Anubias and Cryptocoryne among them — which need no CO₂ and tolerate lower light. Browse the full in-stock range below, from foreground carpets to colourful stems, plus Tropica substrate and nutrition to keep them growing.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tropica-utricularia-graminifolia-1-2-grow","title":"Tropica Utricularia graminifolia 1-2-GROW!","description":"\u003cp\u003eUtricularia graminifolia is a rare and beautiful foreground aquarium plant from Asia producing extremely fine, grass-like leaves in vivid green that form a dense, delicate carpet at substrate level. A carnivorous plant adapted to submerged life, it traps tiny organisms in microscopic bladders attached to its root-like structures — a fascinating biological detail that makes it genuinely unusual among aquarium foreground plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a demanding plant requiring bright light, CO2 injection, and very soft, slightly acidic water for healthy, sustained growth. Without these conditions it declines. It differs from grass carpet plants in not rooting in the substrate — instead it forms a creeping mat that holds loosely to the surface. In poor conditions it detaches and floats away from the substrate. Precise conditions and stability are key to success with this exacting species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Rinse the gel and place small portions on the substrate surface. Suited to experienced hobbyists with bright lighting, CO2, and soft acidic water — a rare, fascinating, and beautifully fine foreground plant that is fully shrimp safe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40034686468177,"sku":"049B TC","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9308\/9617\/files\/Utricularia-graminifolia-1-2-GROW.jpg?v=1768928796"},{"product_id":"anubias-barteri-var-caladiifolia","title":"Anubias barteri var. caladiifolia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnubias barteri var. caladiifolia\u003c\/strong\u003e originates from an Australian tissue propagation laboratory. It is a very beautiful variety with heart-shaped leaves. The leaves live for several years, so Anubias barteri var. caladiifolia can easily form large groups despite its slow growth. 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Create a gorgeous underwater jungle by combining these Anubias with mosses and ferns.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003ePlant info:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eType: Rhizomatous\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Cultivated in Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eGrowth rate: Slow\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eSize: 10-15cm +\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40034689056849,"sku":"101u","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9308\/9617\/files\/Anubias-barteri-var.-caladiifolia-Tropica-506379625.jpg?v=1743086705"},{"product_id":"microsorum-pteropus-windelov","title":"Microsorum pteropus Windelov","description":"\u003cp\u003eMicrosorum pteropus Windelov is a classic and widely loved Java fern cultivar with the unusual quality of having leaves that divide and branch at the tips into fine, lacy projections. This gives the plant an intricate, almost fern-like texture at the leaf tips that distinguishes it from all other Java fern forms and makes it a uniquely decorative choice for planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt grows exactly as all Java fern varieties do — the rhizome should be attached to wood or rock using thread, fishing line, or aquarium-safe glue and must never be buried in the substrate. It thrives in low to medium light without CO2 and is tolerant of a very wide range of water conditions. Growth is slow to moderate, and the plant is extremely long-lived and reliable once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as an established potted plant, Microsorum pteropus Windelov suits aquariums from 40 litres upward. Its finely divided leaf tips make it one of the most popular decorative epiphytic plants in the hobby, frequently used as a contrasting accent on driftwood alongside mosses, standard Java fern, and Anubias.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40034709864529,"sku":"008B","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9308\/9617\/files\/Microsorum-pteropus-Windelov-Tropica-514101485.jpg?v=1743602417"},{"product_id":"lobelia-cardinalis-scarlet-lobelia","title":"Lobelia cardinalis","description":"\u003cp\u003eLobelia cardinalis is a distinctive aquarium plant with small, spoon-shaped leaves displaying vivid green upper surfaces and contrasting deep purple-red undersides. When planted in groups and viewed from the front, the purple undersides catch the light to create striking colour pockets in the midground of planted layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt grows best with medium light and CO2 supplementation, which encourage compact, bushy growth and the most vivid underside colouration. Without CO2 it can still be grown in a well-lit aquarium but tends to become more elongated and less compact. A nutritious substrate and regular liquid fertilisation keep the leaves vibrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as an established potted plant, Lobelia cardinalis suits aquariums from 50 litres upward in the midground. Its distinctive two-toned leaves and compact habit make it a popular choice for nature aquarium and Dutch aquarium style compositions where colour contrast between plant groups is a key design consideration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40034720481361,"sku":"P2020815","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9308\/9617\/files\/Lobelia-cardinalis-_Scarlet-lobelia_-Tropica-514112424.jpg?v=1743608691"},{"product_id":"microsorum-pteropus-trident","title":"Microsorum pteropus trident","description":"\u003cp\u003eMicrosorum pteropus Trident is one of the most distinctive and sought-after Java fern varieties, featuring leaves that divide into multiple fine, pointed projections that give each leaf a trident or antler-like shape. The resulting texture is unlike almost any other aquarium plant and creates a highly decorative, complex visual effect when the plant is attached to driftwood or rock arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike all Java fern it requires no substrate planting, instead growing best when attached to hardscape with the rhizome exposed and not buried. It thrives in low to medium light without CO2 injection and is tolerant of a very wide range of water conditions, making it suitable for low-tech planted aquariums, community tanks, and cichlid set-ups alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as an established potted plant, Microsorum pteropus Trident suits aquariums from 40 litres upward and is a particularly popular choice among aquascapers wanting a textural statement plant for driftwood features. Its unusual divided leaf form works especially well alongside mosses, other fern varieties, and fine-leaved plants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40034721267793,"sku":"008G","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9308\/9617\/files\/Microsorum-pteropus-trident-Tropica-533223067.jpg?v=1759852363"},{"product_id":"cryptocoryne-willisii","title":"Cryptocoryne x willisii","description":"\u003cp\u003eCryptocoryne x willisii is a hybrid Cryptocoryne producing slender, pointed leaves with a slightly elongated, narrow form that differs from the more rounded Sri Lankan Crypts like beckettii. The leaves are typically a mid-green with a subtle surface texture, and the plant stays compact at 10–20cm — well suited to foreground to lower midground positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLow light, no CO2, planted in substrate. Root tabs help it establish faster. Like all Crypts, temporary leaf melt can follow being moved — leave the rhizome in the substrate and new growth will appear within a few weeks. Once settled it spreads reliably via runners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant roots in the substrate without burying the crown. Foreground to midground in most aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40034731163729,"sku":"107","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9308\/9617\/files\/Cryptocoryne-x-willisii-Tropica-515837094.jpg?v=1744283377"},{"product_id":"tropica-rotala-indica-bonsai-1-2-grow","title":"Tropica Rotala indica 'bonsai' 1-2-GROW!","description":"\u003cp\u003eRotala indica Bonsai is a compact and restrained form of Rotala indica producing small, rounded pairs of leaves in fresh green to soft pinkish-green on short-internode stems that stay noticeably more compact than standard Rotala rotundifolia. Its naturally smaller scale and more manageable growth habit make it a useful and attractive background or midground stem plant in aquariums where a compact red-toned Rotala is preferred over a more vigorous growing species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt benefits from bright light and CO2 supplementation for the most compact internodes and the warmest pinkish colouration on new growth. Without CO2 or bright light growth becomes looser and more elongated and the warm tones on the leaves are less pronounced. Regular trimming encourages branching and maintains the bushy, compact appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Rinse the gel, separate stems and plant into the substrate. Suits aquariums from 40 litres upward — a compact, well-behaved Rotala with soft warm tones that is fully shrimp safe and easy to maintain in the long term.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40034731688017,"sku":"033E TC","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9308\/9617\/files\/Rotala-indica-bonsai-1-2-GROW.jpg?v=1768930053"},{"product_id":"tropica-marsilea-hirsuta-1-2-grow","title":"Tropica Marsilea hirsuta 1-2-GROW!","description":"\u003cp\u003eMarsilea hirsuta is a charming and adaptable foreground plant from Australia producing small, four-lobed leaves reminiscent of a four-leaf clover on thin creeping stems. Its distinctive clover-leaf shape and low, spreading growth habit make it one of the most visually appealing foreground plants for natural aquascape styles and a popular choice in layouts where a delicate, creeping botanical foreground is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne of the more adaptable foreground plants, it can be grown without CO2 under low to medium light — a valuable quality in a foreground plant. In lower light the stems grow taller rather than staying flat, while in bright light with CO2 the growth is shorter and more compact. It spreads gradually via runners to fill the foreground over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Rinse the gel and plant small portions into the foreground substrate. Suits aquariums from 20 litres upward — a distinctive clover-shaped foreground plant for low-tech aquariums and shrimp tanks that is fully shrimp safe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40034732048465,"sku":"010 TC","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9308\/9617\/files\/Marsilea-hirsuta-1-2-GROW.jpg?v=1768989428"},{"product_id":"tropica-staurogyne-repens-1-2-grow","title":"Tropica Staurogyne repens 1-2-GROW!","description":"\u003cp\u003eStaurogyne repens is a compact and well-proportioned foreground stem plant from Brazil producing small, oval to lance-shaped leaves in rich green on low, creeping stems. Its naturally compact, spreading habit and restrained height make it one of the best foreground stem plants for planted aquariums — it stays low without constant trimming and provides a distinctive, full-looking foreground mass quite different in form from grass-type foreground plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt benefits from medium light and CO2 supplementation for the most compact, structured growth and the most consistent foreground coverage. Without CO2 it can be grown but tends toward more upright, less creeping growth. Once established it is a reliable and attractive foreground species that spreads slowly and steadily without becoming invasive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Rinse the gel, separate small stem clusters and plant into the foreground substrate. Suits aquariums from 30 litres upward — a distinctive, compact foreground stem plant that is fully shrimp safe and one of the most popular foreground choices in planted aquascaping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40034732736593,"sku":"049G TC","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9308\/9617\/files\/Staurogyne-repens-1-2-GROW.jpg?v=1768913321"},{"product_id":"tropica-lilaeopsis-brasiliensis-1-2-grow","title":"Tropica Lilaeopsis brasiliensis 1-2-GROW!","description":"\u003cp\u003eLilaeopsis brasiliensis is a compact and appealing foreground grass plant from South America producing short, flattened, narrow leaves in bright green that grow in dense clusters and gradually spread to form a restrained grass mat in the foreground of planted aquariums. Its flattened rather than round leaf cross-section gives it a slightly different visual character compared to needle-leaved Eleocharis and related species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt benefits from medium light and CO2 supplementation for reliable spreading and the densest coverage. Without CO2 it grows more slowly and the foreground mat is less compact, though the plant can still be maintained in low-tech conditions at a reduced pace. It spreads via runners, producing new plantlets that gradually fill the foreground area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Rinse the gel and plant small clusters into the foreground substrate. Suits aquariums from 30 litres upward — a compact South American foreground grass that is fully shrimp safe and attractive in natural planted layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40034733228113,"sku":"040 TC","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9308\/9617\/files\/Lilaeopsis-brasiliensis-1-2-GROW.jpg?v=1768989647"},{"product_id":"tropica-hemianthus-cuba-1-2-grow","title":"Tropica Micranthemum callitrichoides Cuba 1-2-GROW!","description":"\u003cp\u003eMicranthemum callitrichoides Cuba, commonly known as HC Cuba or Dwarf Baby Tears, is the finest-leaved and most sought-after carpeting plant in the planted aquarium hobby, producing an incredibly dense, delicate carpet of tiny round leaves on hair-thin creeping stems across the substrate surface. At the right scale it creates the impression of a miniature lawn with a level of detail and refinement unmatched by any other aquarium carpeting plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is one of the most demanding aquarium plants — requiring very bright light, continuous CO2 injection, and soft, slightly acidic water to form and maintain the characteristic tight, low-growing carpet. Without these conditions the stems grow upward rather than creeping flat and the plant quickly deteriorates. Precise nutrition and stable water conditions are essential for long-term success.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Rinse the gel and plant very small portions in a grid across the substrate. Suited to experienced hobbyists with bright lighting, CO2, and soft water — the ultimate high-tech carpeting plant and fully shrimp safe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40034733916241,"sku":"048B TC","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9308\/9617\/files\/Micranthemum-callitrichoides-Cuba-1-2-GROW.jpg?v=1768928536"},{"product_id":"tropica-taxiphyllum-barbieri-1-2-grow","title":"Tropica Taxiphyllum barbieri Bogor Moss 1-2-GROW!","description":"\u003cp\u003eTaxiphyllum barbieri Bogor Moss is a fine-leaved, naturally spreading aquarium moss producing branching stems of small, triangular to lance-shaped leaves in vivid green that form dense, flowing mats on wood and rock. Collected from Bogor in Indonesia, it has a slightly different growth character and leaf arrangement from standard Java Moss, typically growing with a more open, flowing structure that is attractive and natural-looking on hardscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is an easy and undemanding moss tolerating low light without CO2 injection and adapting to a broad range of water conditions. Grows without the need for precision care and is extremely forgiving of variable conditions. Provides outstanding surface area for biofilm, making it one of the most valued mosses in shrimp aquariums where grazing surfaces are particularly important.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Rinse the gel and attach portions to wood or rock using thread or aquarium-safe glue. Suits aquariums from 15 litres upward — an easy, flowing hardscape moss that is fully shrimp safe and excellent for shrimp and breeding aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40034735358033,"sku":"003 TC","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9308\/9617\/files\/Taxiphyllum-barbieri-Bogor-Moss-1-2-GROW.jpg?v=1768990611"},{"product_id":"tropica-vesicularia-montagnei-christmas-1-2-grow","title":"Tropica Vesicularia montagnei 'Christmas' 1-2-GROW!","description":"\u003cp\u003eVesicularia montagnei Christmas Moss is one of the most elegantly structured aquarium mosses, producing branching stems with rows of small overlapping leaves arranged in a pattern that resembles the flat, layered fronds of a Christmas tree or fir branch — the source of its common name. The regular, ordered, tree-like branching structure gives it a distinctive and refined appearance that stands out from the more irregular branching of Java Moss and related species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is an easy and tolerant moss growing without CO2 in low to medium light and adapting well to a broad range of water conditions. It is a reliable performer on wood and rock and remains one of the most popular aquarium mosses for its combination of easy care and distinctive structured appearance. CO2 and medium light produce faster growth and denser coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Rinse the gel and attach portions to wood or rock using thread or aquarium-safe glue. Suits aquariums from 15 litres upward — a popular, elegant hardscape moss that is fully shrimp safe and a long-term favourite in planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40034737553489,"sku":"003A TC","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9308\/9617\/files\/Vesicularia-montagnei-Christmas_1-2-GROW.jpg?v=1768929845"},{"product_id":"tropica-vesicularia-ferriei-weeping-1-2-grow","title":"Tropica Vesicularia ferriei 'Weeping' 1-2-GROW!","description":"\u003cp\u003eVesicularia ferriei Weeping Moss is a visually distinctive and sought-after aquarium moss producing gracefully downward-drooping or pendulous branches of small leaves that create a flowing, weeping effect on wood and rock. When attached to an elevated piece of driftwood or tree root, the drooping branches trail naturally downward in a way no other common aquarium moss replicates — a distinctive and natural-looking aquascape element.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is an easy and tolerant moss growing without CO2 in low to medium light and adapting well to a broad range of water conditions. The characteristic weeping, drooping branch form is most pronounced and attractive on elevated hardscape where gravity allows the branches to trail freely. CO2 and medium light increase growth rate but are not required for the weeping form to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Rinse the gel and attach portions to the top of elevated wood or rock using thread or aquarium-safe glue. Suits aquariums from 20 litres upward — a unique and graceful weeping moss that is fully shrimp safe and outstanding in natural hardscape aquascape layouts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40034737750097,"sku":"003B TC","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9308\/9617\/files\/Vesicularia-ferriei-Weeping-1-2-GROW.jpg?v=1768930482"},{"product_id":"tropica-eleocharis-acicularis-mini-1-2-grow","title":"Tropica Eleocharis pusilla Mini 1-2-GROW!","description":"\u003cp\u003eEleocharis pusilla Mini is a very fine-stemmed, miniature foreground grass plant producing extremely thin, hair-like stems in bright green that form a delicate, ultra-compact lawn at substrate level. Its exceptionally fine texture makes it one of the most refined-looking foreground carpets available, adding a quality of detail and scale that works especially well in nano aquariums and smaller planted aquascape compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt benefits from medium light and CO2 supplementation for the most compact, carpet-like coverage and shortest stem heights. Without CO2 the stems grow taller and looser but the plant will still establish and spread via runners. Regular fertilisation and stable water conditions encourage the most reliable and consistent coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Rinse the gel and plant small clusters into the substrate. Suits aquariums from 20 litres upward — a refined and delicate miniature foreground grass that is fully shrimp safe and ideal for detailed planted aquascape set-ups.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40034738143313,"sku":"132B TC","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9308\/9617\/files\/Eleocharis-pusilla-Mini-1-2-GROW.jpg?v=1768912314"},{"product_id":"tropica-hygrophila-araguaia-1-2-grow","title":"Tropica Hygrophila lancea Araguaia 1-2-GROW!","description":"\u003cp\u003eHygrophila lancea Araguaia is a distinguished and elegant Hygrophila variety from the Araguaia river in Brazil producing slender, narrow leaves in deep green on upright stems — a more refined and subtle stem plant compared to larger-leaved Hygrophila species. Its narrow, graceful leaf form and manageable size make it a versatile choice for mid to background planting in a range of planted aquarium styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt benefits from medium light and CO2 supplementation for compact, structured growth and the richest green colouration. Without CO2 it can be maintained but tends to grow more loosely. It is a well-behaved stem plant that does not overgrow rapidly and is generally easier to keep in a tidy, maintained form than many fast-growing Hygrophila species.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Rinse the gel, separate stems and plant into the substrate. Suits aquariums from 40 litres upward — an elegant, refined background stem plant that is fully shrimp safe and well suited to detailed planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40034738339921,"sku":"051B TC","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/9308\/9617\/files\/Hygrophila-lancea-Araguaia-1-2-GROW.jpg?v=1767976569"},{"product_id":"tropica-glossostigma-elatinoides-1-2-grow","title":"Tropica Glossostigma elatinoides 1-2-GROW!","description":"\u003cp\u003eGlossostigma elatinoides is a classic and iconic carpeting plant from Australia and New Zealand producing tiny, spatula-shaped leaves on thin creeping stems that form an extremely tight, low-growing green carpet across the substrate. One of the original aquascape carpeting plants and still one of the most popular, it is widely used in high-tech planted layouts where an immaculate foreground lawn is the objective.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a demanding plant requiring bright light and CO2 injection for the characteristic tight, flat carpet growth it is known for. Without CO2 or bright light the stems grow upward and loose rather than creeping flat across the substrate, completely altering the appearance of the plant. In the right conditions it spreads quickly and can carpet a foreground area in a matter of weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Rinse the gel and plant small clusters across the foreground substrate. 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The individual fronds have an almost architectural quality, and established growth on wood or rock is bolder and more textured than you get from rounder-leaved varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePeacock moss is easy and adaptable. It grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection and tolerates a wide range of water conditions. The spiky, angular character is an inherent trait maintained across light levels and water parameters. It attaches to hard surfaces over time. Good water flow helps maintain the tidy, structured appearance. Regular trimming keeps it compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a loose portion — attach to wood or rock using fine thread or aquarium-safe glue and allow several weeks to establish before removing the thread. Its angular, detailed texture makes it popular for creating visual contrast against broad-leaved plants in planted layouts and as a distinctive alternative to Java moss on individual pieces of hardscape. 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The drooping, cascading growth form is unlike any other common aquarium moss and creates a soft, flowing visual effect that moves gently in water current.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWeeping moss grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection and is tolerant of a range of water conditions. The downward weeping habit is best displayed when the moss is attached to elevated hardscape where the fronds can trail downward freely. Growth is slow but the effect, once established, is very striking and immediately recognisable in any planted layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a loose portion — attach to wood or rock using fine thread or aquarium-safe glue and allow several weeks to establish before removing the thread. The weeping effect becomes more pronounced as the moss matures and frond length increases. Position on elevated hardscape to best display the trailing habit. 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The visual effect is quite different from the irregular texture of Java moss, more structured and decorative in character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChristmas moss grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection and tolerates a range of water conditions. Its triangular branching pattern is an inherent trait maintained across light levels and water parameters. It attaches to hard surfaces over time and can also be used as a carpeting plant on a mesh base. Shrimp and fry use it extensively for shelter and grazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a loose portion — attach to wood or rock using fine thread or aquarium-safe glue and allow several weeks to establish before removing the thread. Christmas moss is effective as a foreground carpet on mesh, as a mid-ground surface covering on rock, or attached to driftwood. 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Allowed to grow freely it produces thick cushions or trailing curtains of green.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJava moss is among the easiest plants in the hobby. It grows in low to medium light without CO2 injection and adapts to almost any water conditions — soft or hard water, acidic or neutral pH, and temperatures from 15 to 30°C. It benefits from occasional trimming to keep growth compact and bushy. Shrimp and small fish use it extensively for grazing and shelter, making it one of the most functionally valuable plants in any tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a loose portion for attaching to your choice of wood, rock, or mesh. Secure with fine thread or aquarium-safe glue and allow several weeks to establish before removing the thread. Alternatively, place loosely on the substrate and allow it to spread and anchor naturally over time. 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