By now, you should be aware that dissolved nitrogenous wastes such as ammonia, nitrites, and nitrates are problematic and detrimental to the health of the tank inhabitants (aquarium fish and...
Category: Plants
Water Spangles Care Guide – Planting, Growing, and Propagation
Water spangles (Salvinia minima) is free-floating fern that has gained much popularity in the aquarium hobby due to their very fast growth rate, adaptability, hardiness, and ease of care. In...
The importance of fast-growing plants in the aquarium cannot be overstated. They introduce a whole new aesthetics and depth to any kind of aquascape. However, there are other benefits derived...
Riccia fluitans or floating Crystalwort is a member species of the liverwort genus Riccia which is famous for its use in aquascaping Nature and Iwagumi aquaria. This plant packs moss-like...
Staurogyne Repens Care Guide – Planting, Growing, and Propagation
There is a variety of plants used in the aquascaping, each with its own distinct features and perks, anyway, today’s subject matter is the popular species Staurogyne repens. Staurogyne...
So, what are phosphates? Are they good or bad? Do we need them in our freshwater tanks? What role do they play in our systems? What is the function of phosphates in plants? Are they harmful to...