Love anubias. I have the same plant since 1998. It has grown amazingly since that time... All my tanks have anubias from that small little one I purchased more than 20 years ago. Such a great plant, such a resilient plant.
@@TropicaAquariumPlants I guess it is a nana cause leave are about 3-4cm long on average. I have video of them, you can see them easily as my main tank looks just like a giant anubias, Maybe you could tell me if I am right thinking it is nana. My page profile picture is leaves of that anubias with a young adult cherry shrimp on it (as a scale). It was such a long time ago ... and I have not bought any anubias since so I cannot be sure about the variety (obvioulsy the packaging box has been thrown away a very very very long time ago so cannot have a look at it 😂😂)
I now have Anubias petite and Bucephalandra Kedegang in my tank following your previous recommendations and am loving them. I have had the Anubias for more than a month and the Buce came this week and I'm looking forward to seeing it grow. So those two are my current favourites. Thanks for the advice. I am looking forward to getting your book for Christmas.
My favorite epiphyte plant is Microsorum pteropus "Philippine". I like it so so much with the hammer-look, but "Green Gnome" is also nice. Then comes Hygrophila pinnatifida, Anubias barteri var. nana "Petit" and "Pangolino" and Microsorum "Trident".
I am currently using two anubias in my 110 gallon tank. Nana and another small leaved anubias. I am also using Christmas moss as well as Java moss on some rocks and wood. They are now after two weeks showing some growth.
Adding fast growing plants can definitely help. Try ensuring adequate lighting: Low energy nano tanks require low to moderate lighting. It's important to use the correct spectrum and intensity for the plants, Anubias and Buce are low-light plants, and they can thrive under low light conditions. If the lighting is too strong it can promote algae growth. Use a timer: It's important to limit the duration of lighting to around 6-8 hours per day. A timer can help regulate the lighting schedule and prevent the plants from being exposed to too much light. Add floating plants which can help to absorb excess nutrients from the water column and reduce algae growth. These plants can also provide shade to the lower parts of the tank, reducing the amount of light that reaches the bottom and promoting healthy growth of low-light plants like Anubias and Buce. Increase water movement by adding a gentle flow or surface agitation to help distribute nutrients evenly throughout the tank and prevent dead spots where algae can grow. And finally, the most important is still regular water changes: Regular water changes can help to remove excess nutrients and organic matter from the tank. This can prevent algae growth and keep the tank clean and healthy.
I have the Buce Kedagang for a couple of months now and the leaves are really small, I would say less than 1cm. I am seeing new leaves growing continuously but new leaves are still very small. Do you think this will change? Thanks.
Yes, both Pogostemon helferi and Staurogyne repens can be attached to rock or wood in an aquarium. These plants are often used in aquascaping layouts where they are attached to hardscape elements like rocks or driftwood. When attaching these plants to hardscape, it's important to tie them securely to the surface to prevent them from becoming loose and floating away. You can use a fishing line or thread to tie the plants onto the hardscape until they attach and start growing roots on their own. It's also important to note that when these plants are attached to hardscape, their growth pattern may differ from when they are planted in substrate.
Hi Dominic. The substrate itself outlasts us as a specie, you can add root tabs whenever you feel like the plants aren't getting enough nutrition; it is more of a personal choice and plant based decision rather than a substrate driven one.
It is hard to choose favorites with this selection! All of them are favorites, except Christmas moss. I have never had success growing those because my goldfish keeps eating them.
I'm setting up a new aquarium soon, I plan to use monte carlo as an epiphyte on a bonsai tree, is there any benefit to using soil or would I just need to use liquid fertiliser?
Hi Kelvin. Could you be more specific? soil and liquid fertilizers tend to be 2 different things; you should use fertilizer regardless of whether you have soil or not and for an epiphyte you don't need soil at all, just attach it on the wood directly and let it "do its thing". You can read more about it here: tropica.com/en/plant-care/
@@TropicaAquariumPlants I'm still unsure if I'm going to plant in the substrate in which case I would use both. Or if I just have epiphytes would soil be required. Thanks for the reply, thats cleared it up for me
Hi Stan. You can make it happen without CO2, it's a relatively easy plant to grow tropica.com/en/plants/plantdetails/Bucephalandra'Kedagang'(139BTC)/22544
George my planted aquarium soil is having cyanobacteria it is densely planted and i dose liquid co2 and liquid fertilizer what can i do to eradicate it please help.
There is I am afraid no such thing as liquid CO2 (unless under intense pressure) it is glutaraldehyde, a disinfectant which is of course toxic, very hard to use safely in shrimp/fish stocked tan. I would not touch the stuff - literally! Blue Green algae suggests pollution - normally high phosphates. Really not a good indication of the health of an aquarium, the worst of all 'algae' problems. Blackout will work - short term - but do add aeration during blackout or fish will die. My advice: remove by syphon all algae, repeated water changes of 25% daily for a fortnight, add a yeast or pressurised CO2 system and add a phosphate absorption resin, ROWA is excellent. Light coloured substrate and long-photoperiods and high temperatures also don't help. Good luck.
Love anubias. I have the same plant since 1998. It has grown amazingly since that time... All my tanks have anubias from that small little one I purchased more than 20 years ago. Such a great plant, such a resilient plant.
That's amazing Marlene! What type of anubias is it ?
@@TropicaAquariumPlants I guess it is a nana cause leave are about 3-4cm long on average.
I have video of them, you can see them easily as my main tank looks just like a giant anubias, Maybe you could tell me if I am right thinking it is nana. My page profile picture is leaves of that anubias with a young adult cherry shrimp on it (as a scale).
It was such a long time ago ... and I have not bought any anubias since so I cannot be sure about the variety (obvioulsy the packaging box has been thrown away a very very very long time ago so cannot have a look at it 😂😂)
@@marlenelrx
I really really like Anubias, really hardy, survives in the worst conditions and looks really good!
Buce kedagang is one of the most beautiful varieties! Love it
It really is!
im so happy on my new hobby bcoz of pandemic lockdown, on trial en error finally my plan is growing
I love the bucephalandra kedagang and stringy moss! I also love other mosses like creeping and weeping moss ☺️
I just plain and simple love these informative videos.
Great to hear! Thank you for the support!
I now have Anubias petite and Bucephalandra Kedegang in my tank following your previous recommendations and am loving them. I have had the Anubias for more than a month and the Buce came this week and I'm looking forward to seeing it grow. So those two are my current favourites. Thanks for the advice. I am looking forward to getting your book for Christmas.
Love anubias p. Very hardy and forgiving 👌
I love the texture of riccardia chamedryfolia, and it seems to do well in all my aquariums.
Kadegang is so beautiful, most beautiful plant in my aquarium, such an eye catching texture and colour
My favorite epiphyte plant is Microsorum pteropus "Philippine". I like it so so much with the hammer-look, but "Green Gnome" is also nice. Then comes Hygrophila pinnatifida, Anubias barteri var. nana "Petit" and "Pangolino" and Microsorum "Trident".
Pinnatifida all the way ! ❤
The trident is definitely my fav one.
What nutrients it likes ?
@@yashtapase3821 macro and micro of course, if you can, inject co2
Love your videos!!
I am currently using two anubias in my 110 gallon tank. Nana and another small leaved anubias. I am also using Christmas moss as well as Java moss on some rocks and wood. They are now after two weeks showing some growth.
HI! After gluing the plant to the driftwood, how long should I wait before I add them in to the tank? Thanks!
Well my fav ephiphytw plants are Christmas moss
Spiky moss
Anubis nana bonsai
Very nice video
Great video! How about one on some colorful plants? 👍
Great suggestion! ...coming soon
I love anubias, i have them in all my tanks. I have been trying bucephalandra but only for a litle time so no opinion yet.
With slow growing plants like anubias and buce in a low energy nano, how would you prevent algae? Add floating and stem plants?
Many thanks
Adding fast growing plants can definitely help. Try ensuring adequate lighting: Low energy nano tanks require low to moderate lighting. It's important to use the correct spectrum and intensity for the plants, Anubias and Buce are low-light plants, and they can thrive under low light conditions. If the lighting is too strong it can promote algae growth. Use a timer: It's important to limit the duration of lighting to around 6-8 hours per day. A timer can help regulate the lighting schedule and prevent the plants from being exposed to too much light. Add floating plants which can help to absorb excess nutrients from the water column and reduce algae growth. These plants can also provide shade to the lower parts of the tank, reducing the amount of light that reaches the bottom and promoting healthy growth of low-light plants like Anubias and Buce. Increase water movement by adding a gentle flow or surface agitation to help distribute nutrients evenly throughout the tank and prevent dead spots where algae can grow. And finally, the most important is still regular water changes: Regular water changes can help to remove excess nutrients and organic matter from the tank. This can prevent algae growth and keep the tank clean and healthy.
@@TropicaAquariumPlants thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed response. Much appreciated
All lovely plants, I have Buce Kedagang which has frequently flowered in one of my scapes.
Wonderful!
But I just dont get why it flowers under water - its not like a bumblebee comes along and germinate the flower ...
@@sailorjbn there is various types pollen carriers some use insects (those who produce honey/sweet smell) some use air some water etc..
After how many years does tropica fertilizer expire plz reply fast
Hi Darius, under ideal circumstances it will last forever, so no worries there.
Thank you
Great guide
I have the Buce Kedagang for a couple of months now and the leaves are really small, I would say less than 1cm. I am seeing new leaves growing continuously but new leaves are still very small. Do you think this will change?
Thanks.
Can pogostemon helferi and staurogyne repens be attached to rock or wood ?
Yes, both Pogostemon helferi and Staurogyne repens can be attached to rock or wood in an aquarium. These plants are often used in aquascaping layouts where they are attached to hardscape elements like rocks or driftwood.
When attaching these plants to hardscape, it's important to tie them securely to the surface to prevent them from becoming loose and floating away. You can use a fishing line or thread to tie the plants onto the hardscape until they attach and start growing roots on their own.
It's also important to note that when these plants are attached to hardscape, their growth pattern may differ from when they are planted in substrate.
Great video with useful advice. Just a question. How long does Tropica plant substrate last, before I need to add root tabs again? Thanks
Hi Dominic. The substrate itself outlasts us as a specie, you can add root tabs whenever you feel like the plants aren't getting enough nutrition; it is more of a personal choice and plant based decision rather than a substrate driven one.
What is the best attachment to trident for good growing
Bah Bhai bah
It is hard to choose favorites with this selection! All of them are favorites, except Christmas moss. I have never had success growing those because my goldfish keeps eating them.
Hehe, I think they’re pretty good!
Where the pinnatifada at???
You're right...although it might be no 6 for us...
@@TropicaAquariumPlants :(
is that hydra on the plant at 3:32
I'm setting up a new aquarium soon, I plan to use monte carlo as an epiphyte on a bonsai tree, is there any benefit to using soil or would I just need to use liquid fertiliser?
Hi Kelvin. Could you be more specific? soil and liquid fertilizers tend to be 2 different things; you should use fertilizer regardless of whether you have soil or not and for an epiphyte you don't need soil at all, just attach it on the wood directly and let it "do its thing". You can read more about it here: tropica.com/en/plant-care/
@@TropicaAquariumPlants
I'm still unsure if I'm going to plant in the substrate in which case I would use both. Or if I just have epiphytes would soil be required. Thanks for the reply, thats cleared it up for me
From 3:32 you can see a lot of Hydra , how you slove those problems Goerge?
Hi Nomar. In most cases regular water changes and maintenance fix the issue; a few fish will also feed on them relentlessly.
Is there a South American epiphyte like Anubias?
Ricardia isn’t that hard as its prescribed to be, just give it a good portion of light and it will thrive
I want that bucephalandra but it requires CO2... I don't want to do co2
Hi Stan. You can make it happen without CO2, it's a relatively easy plant to grow tropica.com/en/plants/plantdetails/Bucephalandra'Kedagang'(139BTC)/22544
@@TropicaAquariumPlants thank you!!
Make more such videos
Yessir!
I wanna know how you learnt how to pronounce all of these 😂 you always get it spot on without sounding daft!
I say it with confidence and no one seems to question it! 😊 - George
George my planted aquarium soil is having cyanobacteria it is densely planted and i dose liquid co2 and liquid fertilizer what can i do to eradicate it please help.
The 3 day blackout method can be helpful
Increase circulation/gas exchange. Siphon top layer of substrate. Do this along with the black out.
@@TropicaAquariumPlants thanks for your valuable reply
@@stelthtenau thanks for your suggestion.
There is I am afraid no such thing as liquid CO2 (unless under intense pressure) it is glutaraldehyde, a disinfectant which is of course toxic, very hard to use safely in shrimp/fish stocked tan. I would not touch the stuff - literally!
Blue Green algae suggests pollution - normally high phosphates. Really not a good indication of the health of an aquarium, the worst of all 'algae' problems.
Blackout will work - short term - but do add aeration during blackout or fish will die.
My advice: remove by syphon all algae, repeated water changes of 25% daily for a fortnight, add a yeast or pressurised CO2 system and add a phosphate absorption resin, ROWA is excellent.
Light coloured substrate and long-photoperiods and high temperatures also don't help.
Good luck.
No Pinnatifida love?
...coming in at number ......6
Woodglut has a lot of plans to choose from.
Please mention also the origin of the plants. I think it's important.
Hi! You can check the individual plant profile videos or the full plant list on tropica.com/en/plants/