Aquarium plants from nature: How to get free aquatic plants

Aquatic plants are a must for every aquarium – including your Triops tank. But over time, you can spend a lot of money on plants. This raises the question of whether you can simply take aquarium plants from the wild. Collecting aquarium plants from the wild can be an exciting way to enrich your aquarium landscape. However, there are some important considerations and steps you should take to ensure you are being environmentally friendly and responsible. In this blog post, I’ll show you how to get aquarium plants from nature at a reasonable price.

Aquarium plants from nature: these plants are available for you to choose from

Numerous aquarium plants can be found in nature that are ideal for the design of your aquarium. If you are planning to collect plants from the wild to add to your aquarium, it is important to be responsible and consider ecological aspects. Here are some common aquarium plants that you might find in the wild.

Duckweed (Lemnaceae)

Duckweeds are small, floating aquarium plants from nature that float on the surface of the water. They reproduce quickly and form a dense cover that provides shade and can suppress algae growth. They are easy to care for and can create a natural atmosphere in the aquarium.

Water hyacinths (Eichhornia crassipes)

These floating plants have striking purple flowers and large round leaves. They can help to purify the water by absorbing excess nutrients. However, water hyacinths are invasive in some areas, so caution is advised.

Water fern (Ceratopteris spp.)

Water fern is a popular underwater plant that is often found in stagnant waters such as lakes and ponds. It has delicate, feathery leaves and can grow both floating and in the substrate.

Hornwort (Ceratophyllum demersum)

This is a fast-growing plant that is often found in slow-flowing waters. Hornwort forms dense clumps of thread-like leaves and provides shelter for small fish and juveniles.

Java moss (Taxiphyllum spp.)

Java moss is a creeping plant that often grows on stones, wood and other surfaces in flowing water. It can be attached to stones or roots in the aquarium and creates a near-natural look.

Waterweed (Elodea spp.)

Waterweed is a popular aquarium plant that is often found in ponds, lakes and slow-flowing waters. It grows quickly and forms long stems with narrow, light green leaves.

Floating pondweed (Sparganium spp.)

This plant grows on the shores of lakes and ponds. It has long, narrow leaves and produces inflorescences that look like spheres.

Aquarium plants from nature – Conclusion

It is important to note that not all plants from the wild are automatically suitable for aquariums. Before collecting aquarium plants from the wild, you should inform yourself about the specific requirements and care conditions of each species. Be sure to use sustainable collection practices to maintain the ecological balance in natural habitats. If possible, buying aquarium plants from trusted sources or swapping with other aquarium enthusiasts is a safer option.

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Sladjan Lazic

Sladjan ist Triops-Züchter und Gründer von Triops Galaxy. Im Jahr 2020 hat er seine Leidenschaft für Urzeitkrebse entdeckt und züchtet seitdem diese faszinierenden Urzeitwesen in heimischer Zucht.

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