Listen "170. Nano Plants (Note: audio technical difficulties)"
Episode Synopsis
Aquacaping is all about scale and perspective. Using the incorrect plants in nano tanks can often ruin the sense of scale. In this episode, the Water Colors team discusses their top 5 plants suitable for smaller tanks! There is a variety of species covered, ranging in color, texture, and care. This comprehensive list should provide a great reference for new and experienced aquarists alike! What’s your favorite plant for nano aquariums?
*Editor’s note: We experienced a few minor audio issues in this episode, apologies for the inconvenience
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Species mentioned in this episode:
Microsword, lilaeopsis novae-zelandiae, lilaeopsis mauritiana
Golden nesaea, ammania pedicellata
Anubias ‘nana petite’, anubias baertier var. ‘nana’
Marsilea quadrifolia, marsilea crenata, marsilea minuta
Hydrocotyle tripartita
Valisneria gracilis
Juncus repens
Pogostemon helferi
Rotala mexicana
Crypt parva, crypt lucens, crypt willisii
Marimo moss balls
Sußwassertang
Cardinal plant, lobelia cardinalis
Ammania gracilis
Mini bolbitis, Bolbitis Heteroclita ‘Difformis‘
Bucephalandra, ‘needle leaf mini’
Micranthemum
Dwarf hair grass, Eleocharis Parvula
Glossostigma
Dwarg sagittaria, Sagittaria subulata
Blyxa japonica
Rosette sword, Echinodorus parviflorus
Eriocaulon ‘Vietnam’
*Editor’s note: We experienced a few minor audio issues in this episode, apologies for the inconvenience
Join the discussion on the Water Colors Aquarium Gallery Podcast Listeners Facebook group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/788428861825086/
Enjoying the show? Support the gallery by shopping aquarium plants, merch, equipment, and more! https://watercolorsaquariumgallery.com/
Looking for more content? Become a YouTube member for exclusive access to behind the scenes livestreams! https://www.youtube.com/@watercolorsaquariumgallery
Species mentioned in this episode:
Microsword, lilaeopsis novae-zelandiae, lilaeopsis mauritiana
Golden nesaea, ammania pedicellata
Anubias ‘nana petite’, anubias baertier var. ‘nana’
Marsilea quadrifolia, marsilea crenata, marsilea minuta
Hydrocotyle tripartita
Valisneria gracilis
Juncus repens
Pogostemon helferi
Rotala mexicana
Crypt parva, crypt lucens, crypt willisii
Marimo moss balls
Sußwassertang
Cardinal plant, lobelia cardinalis
Ammania gracilis
Mini bolbitis, Bolbitis Heteroclita ‘Difformis‘
Bucephalandra, ‘needle leaf mini’
Micranthemum
Dwarf hair grass, Eleocharis Parvula
Glossostigma
Dwarg sagittaria, Sagittaria subulata
Blyxa japonica
Rosette sword, Echinodorus parviflorus
Eriocaulon ‘Vietnam’
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