Generally speaking there are many types of Freshwater aquarium plants that can be used, here are some examples:
- Plants grown by bulbs: Usually large plants often too large for a normal sized freshwater aquariums instead more suited to outdoor pond settings.
- Floating Plants. A good example of this is the Fairy Moss an Driccia which provides a great place to shield young fry and a area as some fish nest in floating plants. The Ceratoperis species with large leaves and decorative suspended root stocks are also recommended. Floating plants however have a tendency to to reduce the amount of light need by the plants growing in the substrate below.
- Aquarium plants growing on the bottom are either stemmed plants or bottom dwellers such as the Rhizomes, roots on the bottom and a runner over the surface of the substrate. It grows new leaf and roots as it spreads. Anubis and African Fern are two types of Rhizomes that can be tied to a piece of driftwood in your aquarium.
- The Rosette is a type of plant with leaves growing from nodes off a single stem with the end of the plant rooted in the substrate. The Amazon Sword and the Sagittaria are examples of the Rosette and produce flowers.
- The Java Moss or java fern is the most common aquatic starter plant. As it is a hearty plant and can thrive in different types of pH levels and water.
- Another great first aquarium plant is the Water Wisteria, quick growing and beneficial to keep the algae content low. Be aware this plant takes many of the same nutrients from the water.
- Amazon sword, the most popular of all aquarium plants. Easy plant to care for, even for beginners. It grows fast which helps to control the algae content of your tank as well.
Although live plants require a little more care the rewards are worth it creating a more beneficial dimension to your fresh water aquarium. Starting out slowly and as you gain experience expand on the types of plants you use. An enjoyable experience while your fish enjoy the comfort of home.
Nick Freeman is an Author and Aquarium hobbyist. For more information on maintaining a Freshwater Aquarium and the free mini ecourse visit the website at http://www.UltimateFreshWaterAquarium.com Learn more freshwater aquarium plant tips here
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