Salvinia natans is an easy floating plant that gently shades your aquarium, helping reduce the intensity of bright LED lighting. Ideal for tanks where the light feels a little too strong.
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Fine, grass-like leaves for soft midground texture in planted aquariums
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Common name: Creeping Rush
Origin: Asia
Position in Aquarium: Midground
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Growth rate: Medium pace
Juncus repens, also known as Creeping Rush, is a distinctive aquarium plant with fine, grass-like leaves that grow from the centre of the plant. It creates a loose, flowing shape that works well in the midground, especially around dark rocks, wood or other structured hardscape.
This is a good choice if you want a plant that adds movement and natural texture without looking too dense or heavy. It can grow in low light, although stronger lighting will usually produce brighter, taller growth. In aquariums it is usually seen around 20-30 cm, though it can grow larger in the right conditions.
Supplied as a healthy rooted plant in a 5 cm pot, Juncus repens can be split into smaller clumps before planting. For best results, plant into aquarium substrate and feed the roots with Neutro TerraTabs.
You’ll receive a healthy, rooted plant in a pot, similar to those shown. Each one is hand-checked before dispatch.
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Yes, Juncus repens is a fairly easy aquarium plant and can be grown in low-tech aquariums. It does best with steady lighting, nutrients and a planted aquarium substrate.
Juncus repens is best used as a midground aquarium plant. Its fine, grass-like leaves add texture and movement without blocking the full view of the tank.
CO2 is not essential for Juncus repens, but it can help produce stronger, healthier growth. Good lighting and regular nutrients will also improve its appearance.
In aquariums, Juncus repens is usually seen around 20-30 cm tall, although it can grow taller in strong conditions.
Remove the pot and rock wool, split the plant into smaller clumps, then plant them into the substrate with space between each clump. Use Neutro TerraTabs near the roots to support stronger growth.
