There's no definitive answer to this question since different fish species have different preferences. Some fish, like bettas, prefer to have lots of plants in their tanks while others, like goldfish, prefer fewer plants. Ultimately, it's up to the fish keeper to experiment with different plant arrangements to see what makes their fish happiest.
Aquarium plants are not difficult to keep if you understand their basic needs and how to properly care for them. Live plants can provide many benefits to your aquarium, including improved water quality, oxygenation, and natural filtration. They can also help to create a more natural and aesthetically pleasing environment for your fish. To ensure your live plants thrive, you will need to provide them with adequate lighting, nutrients, and CO2. Many aquarium plants require high-light conditions in order to grow properly. If you are not able to provide adequate lighting, you may need to
There are many benefits to having live plants in a fish tank. Plants help to oxygenate the water, provide hiding places for fish, and can help to filter the water. Live plants also add a bit of natural beauty to the tank.
Aquarium plants can grow in just gravel, but they may not thrive as well as they would in soil or sand. Gravel does not provide as many nutrients for plants as other substrates, so plants may not grow as large or as quickly in gravel. Additionally, gravel can be difficult for roots to penetrate, which can stunt plant growth.
4.2/5
You get 1 young Java Fern bare root of approximately 4-6" in height.
Make your fish tank look natural and beautiful
Provide natural resting and hiding places for your smaller fish and invertebrates
This Java Fern s a great and easy way to attaching Java fern to driftwood, rocks, etc
Perfect for aquariums of any size
$234
The plant arrived green and vigorous, and it remained robust while I gave it time to adjust (and checked for snails and such). Sadly, despite the fact that this particular plant is reputed to taste unpleasant to turtles, my Red-eared Slider ate the entire plant the very first night it was put in his aquarium. So...yeah. Be mindful that your turtle may feel differently if you're obtaining this because it should be safe for and left alone by your turtle. However, the plant itself was excellent and appeared wonderful and healthy, so it was probably a reasonable bargain.
4.1/5
Make your fish tank look natural and beautiful. Perfect for taller aquariums of any size as background plants
IMPORTANT: Please note that during times of extreme weather, live plants will suffer due to extreme temperatures. During winter, do not order live plants when temperatures are expected to go below 20F at the lowest point during the day. During summer, avoid ordering plants when temperatures are above 100F.
You are buying 1 potted plant. The leaves are approx. 15" to 18" tall at time of shipping. An easy aquarium plant specie for any freshwater aquarium
Grown organically in the US without chemicals or pesticides. Safe for aquarium fish and invertebrates.
Create a natural habitat in your aquarium for your fish and invertebrates
$234
Undoubtedly good value, but extremely difficult to disassemble (I know, I know... taking care of fish is about patience). The plants look fantastic. Basically, you can pull them apart. I bought two of them and used them to cover the back of an aquarium by 15 inches. They are very, very tall, which is ideal for my setup but might be excessively tall for other tanks. I will admit that taking them out of the original packing is a real headache in the *%$#. The roots begin to grow through and around the small plastic "basket" that they first place them in, so if you don't want to remove too many roots, you have to cut the friggin' thing off. The roots are then placed on top of this sponge-like, cloth-like material, which is there, I suppose, to keep them moist throughout shipping. It's quite difficult to remove this stuff from its roots. They so earn an A for value, and the plants are in good shape. There, mission accomplished. However, they must be able to come up with some unique packaging ideas for this grass. Way too difficult to get the tank ready.
4/5
Easy live aquarium plant species for any freshwater aquarium. You get 10 grown plant bunches, 1 of each species of ranging from 6 to 12 inches in height with the exception of the Lobelia Cardinalis which is about 3". Plants are grown in the US and subject to US standards for aquatic plants. Each of our plant bunches have several stems. Please note that some plants will take several weeks to transition to its aquatic form as some are grown emersed
IMPORTANT: Please note that during times of extreme weather, live plants will suffer due to extreme temperatures. During winter, do not order live plants when temperatures are expected to go below 20F at the lowest point during the day. During summer, avoid ordering plants when temperatures are above 100F.
Create a natural biological filter in your tank by having plants absorb nitrates from waste
Perfect for 10+ gallons aquariums. Create a natural habitat in your aquarium for your fish and invertebrates
Provide natural resting and hiding places for your smaller fish and invertebrates
$234
I hadn't purchased aquatic plants in more than 15 years, but I was desperate to do so since the nitrite levels in my cichlid tanks were getting too high. I decided to give things a try after doing some research.They appear strange when they first arrive, but after being put into the tanks they appear to be doing much better (I am a rookie with these, so people used to them probably thought they were fine lol).I put them in the tanks on a Friday, and the following Sunday, I checked my nitrite levels. They were far lower than the permitted level criteria.My only problem right now is that I think at least one of my fish decided she didn't like where I stuck some leaves in one tank because I now have floaters and munched leaves. One does seem to be dying in another tank area, but I believe my snail—which I had before these arrived but which didn't come with them—is to cause.I'm currently satisfied with my buy overall.I'll update it if anything materially changes (for example, if they all decide to perish at once).~~~~~~~~~~~~~Almost seven months later, I simply wanted to provide an update.There is just one plant left that is doing well, and there is one "stubble" portion that has been picked over.However, it is my fish who is to blame here, not the plants. Cichlids are jerks who feel the urge to destroy everything, LOL. I'm not sure how I still have one sizable plant, but I'm assuming that the numerous plastic "decoys" I placed inside kept the pests away from it. Recently, I removed all of the plants since I was sick of constantly discovering them broken and wanted to clean them. I did discover a piece of my actual plant's leaf floating around, so the jerks are still at it, lol.I'm a little disappointed since I would have loved to see how they all looked after so many months. As, the one I currently have looks great, for however long that may last, hehe.Nearly 7 months after I first received the plant photo, I can now see where a leaf has been removed.Sincerely, if I ever tried live plants again, I would very certainly order the same ones.
3.9/5
Excellent at removing unwanted and unhealthy inorganic nutrients,Excellent cover for fish fry and shrimps
Freshwater Floating Plant, Substrate and CO2 Supplementation is not necessary
SHIPPING WILL BE POSTPONED OR CANCELLED IF THE DAY TIME TEMPERATURE IN YOUR AREA IS BELOW 35 OR ABOVE 85 FOR THE COMING WEEK
Each order contains 12 plants (+3 leaves each) + free red root floater included if order placed on a Saturday
100% ALIVE GUARANTEED FROM G&Z, PLEASE CONTACT US IF DEAD ON ARRIVAL OCCURS FOR FREE REPLACEMENT
$234
What I've learned about this plant is as follows. Although it arrived looking robust, it had little roots. That is entirely reasonable. Since the roots are so delicate, I assume they were destroyed during transportation. Really, I didn't notice any. At first, there was a die-off, but now that the roots are well-established, the plant is flourishing and producing new leaves on a daily basis. It appears to be a tough plant that would colonize a pond, but it is also large enough to not be a nuisance in an aquarium like duckweed. I'm thrilled with this buy. I'll be able to take some from this bowl and put it in the one I have downstairs pretty shortly. It appeals to the betta fish. The plant gives the fish dish a fresh aspect. I've included a photo. There was only about 1/4 of what you can see in the picture after the initial die off. Over the past week, the increase has surged. The plant has been mine for around a month.I change the water on it weekly and use stress-coated taps. I also have a 50w halogen bulb on it. The water here in north-central Illinois is hard.
3.7/5
KEEP YOUR BETTA’S HOME MESS-FREE --- Since LUFFY Betta Balls feed on waste they prevent unwanted guests from growing in the tank, keeping your betta’s atmosphere fresh and water clear. Have a larger tank for your betta? Add a few big betta balls with nano betta balls.
PLAY TOY FOR YOUR BETTA --- Bettas love to move stuff around and mini LUFFY Betta Balls make the perfect toys for your watery pet. Therefore, not only do they help to keep your betta’s surroundings clean, but they also provide them with entertainment.
EASY MAINTENANCE --- LUFFY Betta Balls require practically no maintenance. All they need are some light, fresh water and something to feed off of. Basically, everything you already have in your betta’s tank. The only other additional maintenance is that when you change your betta’s water, you have to give the Betta Balls a squeeze over a sink or bucket to help remove any built up and to retain that round shape. When done, simply toss it back in the tank.
SMALL AND PRETTY ADDITION TO YOUR BETTA TANK --- These LUFFY Betta Balls are beautiful marimos that are a great addition for your betta’s tank. They are mini-sized, between 0.4 and 0.6 inches, and add color to your tank.
NATURAL BETTA TANK CLEANER --- LUFFY Betta Balls will help to keep your betta’s tank clean. Marimo moss balls remove all the small amounts of debris, and fish excreta that tend to build up in your betta’s environment.
$234
I was interested to learn that these were a best seller when figuring out what to put in my betta fish aquarium. When my marimo balls showed up dark green, fluffy, and healthy, I was pleasantly delighted. I had anticipated a fraud, fake moss, and the delivery of dead marimo. I placed the big balls in my tank after cleaning and compressing them to get my betta fish's attention. To be perfectly honest, he was deathly afraid of these enormous balls at first, but now they are one of his favorite hangout spots. He frequently rests on them while swimming about them, as I have noticed. like some individuals. I was afraid to order these for fear that they might arrive dead, but mine looked fantastic. They were definitely not as green as the product image, and they were also fairly huge and fluffy. I couldn't be happier with my mario balls after a little reshaping. My betta fish adore them, and they make my aquarium appear more natural. They are a fantastic addition. Since Luffy is trustworthy, reasonably priced, and offers a top-notch quality, I strongly advise purchasing from them. If you're looking for mario balls, Luffy will compete with pet retailers for your business.
3.5/5
HIGHEST RATED MARIMO ON AMAZON: Unlike other Marimo, our moss balls go through a 3-step quality control process where we quarantine and treat the Marimo to eradicate potential pests and parasites, carefully grade each Marimo to remove low quality specimens, and then each moss ball is gently hand washed to remove most sand and silt. This ensures our Marimo are free of all the common contaminants and pests included with most Marimo on the market. Our Marimo are sustainably harvested in Europe and are 100% natural with no dye, pesticides, or other contaminants.
100% MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: We are so sure that you'll be impressed by the quality and value of our Marimo pack that we offer a 100% Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied with your moss balls for any reason whatsoever, we offer a no questions asked refund policy. Simply return your Marimo through Amazon for a full refund, and you won't even be charged for shipping.
STRAIGHT FROM US TO YOU: Other sellers often attempt to sell marimo through fulfillment services that keep your plants in a dark, dry box for 2-5 weeks. If it says "Sold by *** and Fulfilled by ***" under the price, that means the plants are being shipped from a fulfillment center instead of directly from the seller. All the extra time in transit all but guarantees the plants will die in the months following delivery, and is actually illegal since fulfillment services don't have nursery licenses.
THE EASIEST LIVE AQUARIUM PLANT: Marimo Moss Balls are without a doubt the easiest live aquarium plant; they require no special aquarium light, CO2 system, or aquarium plant fertilizer. Marimo also remove nitrogen and phosphate from the aquarium, increasing water quality and removing algae by competing with algae for nutrients. Marimo can be kept in nearly any freshwater aquarium that has a temperature of 78f or less. They are particularly useful in shrimp and snail tanks, as the shrimp and snails love grazing on them for biolfilm.
BEAUTIFUL AQUARIUM DECORATION: With their deep green color, spherical shape, and easy level of care, Marimo are the perfect live aquarium decoration. Their unique appearance makes them a centerpiece aquarium ornament in any small aquarium, and a wonderful addition to aquarium driftwood, aquarium rocks, and other natural decor of a large aquarium. Marimo are also widely popular for use in terarriums, jars, vases, and other containers. Marimo are a unique wedding gift idea, and they are traditionally given as gifts in Japan to signify love and commitment to a partner.
$234
For what you get, this is a fantastic price! My extras and mine both arrived a great dark healthy green! Despite the price, I don't mind doing some cleaning myself even though they were quite unclean. Rinse, squeeze, rinse, squeeze, and repeat as directed while the water is running. This stuff is hard! Rinse and compress the ball until no more sand escapes and the water flows clear. It takes some time, but it's worth it to get off to a solid start.We each have many Marimos and have done a lot of web study. I'm a housewife with a 32-year-old daughter. I adore these idiotic balls. In freshwater lakes, not in rivers, marimo plants flourish. They are not moss; they are algae. They end up in dense colonies made of numerous balls. The balls may go from the bottom of the pile to the necessary filtered sunlight by producing air bubbles that cause them to float upward when they are happy and healthy. They go up and down. Additionally, this stringy algae naturally forms balls due to the lake's movement. Yes, the small, short threads that resemble hair in the ball form appear to be synthetic. Not at all. Each hair has the capacity to bond with structures and develop into a long, stringy hair. I discovered this the hard way after removing one to attach to wood AND placing it immediately back in the aquarium. Avoid doing this! I've never experienced a problem when I was actively growing in a ball or flat form. To get the algae to resume growing and form tiny, interlocking pieces once more, you must wait. Keep your balls rolled tight, once a month will do (and I mean that). Put it on a piece of wood if you want to! Be patient, nevertheless, to prevent a later snarl. Put the newly formed algae on wood, rock, or matting by itself in a separate large jar with good indirect light for a month or two after thoroughly cleaning, then rub your hand over it to loosen any fibers that cling to it. When you change the water and no longer notice any loose fibers that resemble hair, you're good to go. After six months, a plant with Marimo algae covering the roots that is connected to a piece of wood with fishing line looks stunning!If the Marimos aren't too far gone, isolation and a sprinkle of salt can help them recover from browning (spots). Look up the appropriate amounts online. Browning is a result of direct sunlight. A KILLER are hollow centers with foul, stagnant water in the middle! Consider colonial living; you are not hollow under the weight of your 12"-deep ball pals rolling around. When you purchased a M Ball ten years ago, it was reliable. Seriously, they now have pumps to make Marimos appear larger. Marimos develop quite slowly. They are revered as a national treasure in Japan and are passed down through families by being kept as pets. admiring your balls Even if they are smaller, tightly roll them up. There won't be any rotten water inside to cause them to decay from the inside out. For a while, they'll be wavy and bumpy, but if you roll them once a month and keep them tight, they'll grow.Snails and other undesirable animals? No need to risk getting your balls burned by hydrogen peroxide or spend a fortune on specialised goods. Bring out the dish soap. Dawn is what I use because it's gentle. 3 liters of water, 1 teaspoon dish soap, and a 30-minute soak Your balls should be well covered in the soapy mixture. Soak for 30 minutes. squeeze and rinse till no more suds remain. To ensure that any excess soap is diluted, let them sit in a jar of water for 24 hours. Before introducing to a new household, rinse and squeeze once more to be certain. I've never lost a Marimo or aquatic plant with this procedure, but I don't accept blame for anyone trying it. and were pest-free. Certain dish soaps can also remove bacteria. For decades, gardeners have used a drop of dish soap in a spray bottle to get rid of bugs. If treating actual plants, remove them from their containers, discard any outdated planting materials, and get rid of any dead vegetation—there is nowhere to hide! Utilize fresh planting material and a clean pot.And DON'T clean the dirt off your balls with a toothbrush. Once more, it separates those fibers from one another to encourage the growth of the long, stringy algae.Good fortune!
3.5/5
✔ BEAUTIFUL, BRIGHTLY COLORED AQUATIC PLANT --- Native to South-East Asia, the vibrant green giant hygrophila is commonly used in aquascaping for many reasons besides its natural beauty. The reasonable hardiness and stem reaching to 1.5-3 inches wide and 10-15 inches high make this live aquarium tropical plant perfect for freshwater aquariums especially large tanks.
✔ EASY TO GROW WITH MINIMAL MAINTENANCE --- Once you receive your seeds, simply spread the seeds into the moist soil along the bottom of your freshwater aquarium. The plant requires moderate sunlight and thrives in 74°- 82°F water temperature having an alkalinity of 3 to 8 dKH and a pH of 6.5-7.5. Since this carpet plant grows quickly, it is recommended to trim it regularly and give it a high amount of sunlight to thrive.
✔ NATURALLY SPREADS ACROSS YOUR TANK --- When they are young, they look like the most popular carpeting plants, and when they completely grow, they form dense, lush stem plants over the floor of your tank. The regular trimming will keep these plants flat onto the ground creating a lush and gorgeous aquascape for you and your visitors. To promote even quicker growth, simply remove a few leaves from the bottom 1" to 2" of the stem, and new root growth will form from the last node on the stem.
✔ IMPROVES WATER COLOR AND QUALITY --- All plants have the ability to convert carbon dioxide into much needed oxygen that fish and aquatic life require in order to survive. Plants also absorb CO2 and nitrates produced by fish waste creating a natural ecosystem and healthy habitat for your fish. The best thing about hygrophila is that it grows fast and helps keep aquarium water clean by removing nitrates, making it an ideal choice for the new aquarists.
✔ EXCITING, INTERACTIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR AQUATIC PETS --- This undemanding and extremely attractive giant hygrophila covers a large surface in just a short span of time creating a stunning, dynamic underwater environment. It is completely safe for betta, shrimp, mollies, guppies and other freshwater fish to play in.
$234
I did as instructed, but I also wanted to try growing them in a tank that was completely filled, so I did both. I poured half the packet of seeds into a large tupperware, dusted some plant substrate on top, and then placed a little more substrate on top of the seeds (with the goal of placing them in one of my tanks after they have grown large enough). I threw the rest of the packet into a tank I have (there are no fish in it) purely out of curiosity and to see how well it would work, and then I covered it with a thin layer of substrate. For a week, I believed these plants were a hoax, but when I finally saw a leaf, I was overjoyed. It's been two weeks, and I now have several tiny leaves, but man, do these things grow slowly. Which I was aware of how others accelerated their growth.Edit: I then made the decision to add some liquid plant food (of course aquarium safe; I believe the brand is Flourish Advanced), and wow... These tiny things gained momentum. If you are just seeing a few seeds germinate, I would highly suggest adding something to aid with the growth. I noticed a significant difference in just two days!
3.5/5
SMALL AND PRETTY ADDITION TO YOUR TETRA TANK --- These LUFFY Tetra Balls are beautiful marimos that are a great addition to your fish tank. They are mini-sized, between 0.4 and 0.6 inches, and add color to your freshwater fish tank.
KEEP YOUR FLASHING NEON TETRA’S HOME MESS-FREE --- Your fish from the clearwater streams has a history that is as rich and as vibrant as its colors. With that being said, they deserve your care and attention. One of the best ways of doing this is by adding mini LUFFY Balls to their tank. Have a larger fish tank? Add a few big balls with nano ones.
EASY MAINTENANCE --- LUFFY Neon Tetra Balls require practically no maintenance. All they need are some light, freshwater, and something to feed off of. Basically, everything you already have in your fish tank. The only other additional maintenance is that when you change the tank water, give the balls a squeeze over a sink or bucket to retain that round shape. When done, simply toss it back in the tank.
PLAY TOY FOR YOUR NEON TETRA --- These freshwater fish from the Amazon basin of South America love to move the stuff around and mini LUFFY Balls for neon tetra make the perfect toys. Therefore, not only do they help to keep your fish’s surroundings clear, but they also provide them with entertainment.
LET THEM GIVE YOUR FISH COMPANY --- Marimo available commercially are cultured, specially produced for export and retail. They will similarly grow if properly cared for, and provide for a perfect fuss-free desktop companion for you and your beloved ones. To add to the aesthetics, add these vibrant neon tetras to the fish bowl.
$234
For my goldfish aquarium, I wanted a green, low-maintenance plant, and I thought moss balls were cute enough. In comparison to visiting Petsmart, where they were selling for around the same price but you only got one huge green one, it is absolutely worth the cost of purchasing. If you order from here, at least you get a small man.You receive two, one huge and one mini, as seen in the picture. The huge one is only slightly larger than a US half-dollar, while the small one is roughly the size of a US dime. To prevent it from being crushed, it was placed in a little bag inside of a box. When I removed the large bag, the texture reminded me of a large fuzzy pom pom from a craft store. The big one was a somewhat lighter shade of green, squished up like cookie dough preparing for the oven, and had a sort of bald patch, whereas the small one was fairly green and spherical (this was as expected from transition). It appeared more like a ball after I simply ran it under water and rolled it around.Before placing them in their new home, you are instructed to wash and squeeze them in accordance with the directions on the bag. The big one floated while the little one sank to the bottom. After some time, I realized I probably didn't press it all the way; as a result, when I did, a bubble emerged and it fell to the bottom. The big one is looking fluffy and the bald area is fading after two days, and the little one is also looking wonderful. The large one is in an aquarium with two goldfish, which occasionally nudge it about but appear to enjoy it. The little one is growing with some other young ones I have purchased from the same vendor and is in a jar on my desk.I'll make sure to purchase more from this same location if I feel I need more. The large green one will probably get the name The Hulk, I believe. Bruce Banner may be the youngster.
3.4/5
✔ TREASURE IT FOR GENERATIONS TO COME --- Marimo is a very popular plant in Japan. The growth rate of Marimo is about 5 mm per year. Hence a giant marimo is about 7 years old!
✔ AN HEIRLOOM GIFT --- The marimo moss balls is a live plant that serve as an excellent gift for your friend or loved ones because it signifies everlasting love.
✔ A GOOD LUCK CHARM THAT STAYS WITH YOU THROUGH THICK & THIN --- The Japanese have a firm believe that Marimo bring good luck. Hence, they grow it in a glass bottle with some water and ceiling light. Water change is only required once every 2 weeks. Therefore, negligible maintenance is required.
✔ MULTI-PURPOSE MARIMOS --- Marimos, one of the National Treasures of Japan, are used as the first pet for your child, as a decoration ornament and also as a fun toy for your aquatic pets. It is a favorite toy of fishes, betta and shrimps. They love playing with marimos and some use it as their hiding spot.
✔ MAGIC THAT MARIMOS CREATE --- Marimos help in creating a conducive environment for your precious aquatic pets. Plus, caring for an aquatic live plant has never been this easy. They can be placed anywhere in an aquarium, a jar or even in a glass filled with water!
$234
For my goldfish aquarium, I wanted a green, low-maintenance plant, and I thought moss balls were cute enough. In comparison to visiting Petsmart, where they were selling for around the same price but you only got one huge green one, it is absolutely worth the cost of purchasing. If you order from here, at least you get a small man.You receive two, one huge and one mini, as seen in the picture. The huge one is only slightly larger than a US half-dollar, while the small one is roughly the size of a US dime. To prevent it from being crushed, it was placed in a little bag inside of a box. When I removed the large bag, the texture reminded me of a large fuzzy pom pom from a craft store. The big one was a somewhat lighter shade of green, squished up like cookie dough preparing for the oven, and had a sort of bald patch, whereas the small one was fairly green and spherical (this was as expected from transition). It appeared more like a ball after I simply ran it under water and rolled it around.Before placing them in their new home, you are instructed to wash and squeeze them in accordance with the directions on the bag. The big one floated while the little one sank to the bottom. After some time, I realized I probably didn't press it all the way; as a result, when I did, a bubble emerged and it fell to the bottom. The big one is looking fluffy and the bald area is fading after two days, and the little one is also looking wonderful. The large one is in an aquarium with two goldfish, which occasionally nudge it about but appear to enjoy it. The little one is growing with some other young ones I have purchased from the same vendor and is in a jar on my desk.I'll make sure to purchase more from this same location if I feel I need more. The large green one will probably get the name The Hulk, I believe. Bruce Banner may be the youngster.
Yes, aquarium plants can grow with LED lights. In fact, many aquarium hobbyists prefer LED lights because they are more energy-efficient and emit less heat than other types of aquarium lights. LED lights also provide a full spectrum of light, which is beneficial for plant growth.
No, live aquarium plants do not need a bubbler. They will get the oxygen they need from the water column and from the surface of the leaves.
Live plants are often used in fish tanks to help oxygenate the water. The plants release oxygen into the water, which the fish need to breathe. The plants also help to keep the water clean by absorbing toxins from the water.
You can vacuum a planted tank if you have the right tools and know how to do it properly. Vacuuming a planted tank can help to remove excess algae, debris, and waste from the substrate. It is important to vacuum the substrate carefully so that you do not disturb the roots of the plants.
Aquarium plants are a beautiful addition to any fish tank, but how long do they last? Live plants can last for many years in an aquarium if they are well-cared for. Proper lighting, nutrients, and water conditions are essential for keeping live plants healthy and vibrant. With the right care, your live plants will add color and life to your aquarium for years to come!
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