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Highly sought after in high-tech aquascaping, it is famous for its dense, needle-like leaves that turn a striking copper-red to deep orange-bronze under high light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attachment-container search-images\"\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eName\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eMyriophyllum tuberculatum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Red Myrio, Red Water Milfoil, Dragonfire Foxtail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Features whorls of fine, needle-like leaves along upright stems that form bushy, pine-cone-like plumes. Colors range from warm golden-copper to intense reddish-orange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize \u0026amp; Placement:\u003c\/b\u003e Grows \u003cb\u003e12–20+ inches (30–50+ cm)\u003c\/b\u003e tall and spreads \u003cb\u003e2–4 inches\u003c\/b\u003e wide; ideal as a background plant or midground accent in larger aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Advanced—notably demanding compared to green \u003ci\u003eMyriophyllum\u003c\/i\u003e species. Requires high light, soft water, high CO2, and rich nutrients to avoid leaf drop or stunting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNutrient Requirements:\u003c\/b\u003e Demands regular dosing of micro and macro nutrients—especially \u003cb\u003eiron\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003epotassium\u003c\/b\u003e—to maintain strong leaf structure and vibrant pigmentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Range:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e72°F – 82°F (22°C – 28°C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives in stable, warm tropical aquarium setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eHigh to Very High\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e High light intensity is essential. Without strong lighting, lower leaves will quickly turn brown, rot, and shed, leaving bare stems at the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCO2: Not Required.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePropagation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e Stem Cuttings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrim the top 4–6 inches of a healthy stem using sharp aquascaping scissors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrip off the bottom whorls of needle leaves to leave a clean stem node.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGently insert the cut stem directly into a soft, nutrient-rich soil substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe parent stem will branch into multiple new side shoots, creating a bushier cluster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Purple Tang Aquatic Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43067837513790,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8396\/4478\/files\/Final_Presentation_-_Purple_Tang_c563b713-c791-45fc-b675-56d5adebb7b9.jpg?v=1783388109"},{"product_id":"red-rubin-sword","title":"Red Rubin Sword","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eRed Rubin Sword\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci\u003eEchinodorus 'Rubin'\u003c\/i\u003e) is a stunning, heavily vibrant hybrid Amazon Sword plant created by crossing \u003ci\u003eEchinodorus horemannii 'Roter'\u003c\/i\u003e with \u003ci\u003eEchinodorus horizontalis\u003c\/i\u003e. It is widely celebrated in the aquarium hobby for its large, deep burgundy-to-ruby-red leaves that provide a striking focal point in planted tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eName\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eEchinodorus\u003c\/i\u003e 'Rubin'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Red Rubin Sword, Rubin Sword Plant, Red Rubin Amazon Sword\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Features long, lance-shaped foliage with distinct light-colored leaf veins. New leaves emerge in a brilliant deep ruby red or dark purple-red hue, gradually maturing into a rich dark green or bronze-olive color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize \u0026amp; Placement:\u003c\/b\u003e A large rosette plant growing \u003cb\u003e12–20+ inches (30–50+ cm)\u003c\/b\u003e tall, making it a classic centerpiece for the midground or background of medium to large aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeeding Style:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy root feeder—requires a thick, nutrient-dense substrate or regular supplementation with iron-rich root tabs to support strong growth and vibrant red pigmentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Easy and durable—great for beginners looking to add high-impact red coloration without fussy care demands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Range:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e68°F – 82°F (20°C – 28°C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Extremely adaptable across standard tropical freshwater conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eModerate to High\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Stronger light intensifies and prolongs the rich ruby-red color of new leaves. Under low light, foliage turns greener faster and leaves grow longer and narrower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCO2: Not Required.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePropagation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e Adventitious Plantlets (Runners) or Crown Division\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRunners:\u003c\/b\u003e Mature plants produce long flowering stalks (adventitious runners) that form small daughter plantlets along the nodes. Once these plantlets develop roots and a few small leaves, snip them off and plant them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrown Division:\u003c\/b\u003e Large, established specimens can be split directly at the root crown using a clean razor or scissors during aquascape maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Purple Tang Aquatic Store","offers":[{"title":"Potted","offer_id":43210742857790,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8396\/4478\/files\/RedRubinSword.jpg?v=1785789967"},{"product_id":"plant-red-tiger-lotus","title":"Red Tiger Lotus","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eRed Tiger Lotus\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci\u003eNymphaea zenkeri\u003c\/i\u003e) is a dramatic, tuber-rooted water lily native to tropical Africa. Renowned in aquascaping for its broad, arrow-shaped foliage covered in deep purple-red tiger stripes, it serves as a showstopping centerpiece plant in freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"attachment-container search-images\"\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eName\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eNymphaea zenkeri\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Red Tiger Lotus, Tiger Lotus, Zenkeri Lily\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Features wide, heart- or arrow-shaped leaves that vary from vibrant bronze-pink to deep burgundy, decorated with dark red or purple mottled tiger spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize \u0026amp; Placement:\u003c\/b\u003e Grows \u003cb\u003e8–18+ inches (20–45+ cm)\u003c\/b\u003e tall; ideally placed as a solo centerpiece or midground\/background focal point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth Behavior:\u003c\/b\u003e Produces both compact underwater leaves and long-stemmed floating surface lily pads. If surface pads are allowed to remain, the plant will prioritize floating leaves and may shade lower plants or bloom with white fragrant flowers at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeavy Root Feeder:\u003c\/b\u003e Possesses a strong bulb\/tuber system that demands rich nutrient availability in the substrate (iron-rich root tabs are highly recommended). Never bury the bulb completely in gravel—keep the top half exposed to prevent rotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Range:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e72°F – 82°F (22°C – 28°C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives best in warm, tropical water parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eModerate to High\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Strong lighting maintains intense red pigmentation and keeps leaf growth compact near the substrate. Lower light causes stems to stretch upward quickly to reach the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCO2: Not Required\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePropagation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e Tuber Division, Runner Plantlets, or Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRunners\/Daughter Bulbs:\u003c\/b\u003e A mature plant sends out short subterranean runners that produce new daughter tubers. Once the daughter plantlet forms its own roots and small leaves, gently separate it from the parent bulb and replant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrimming:\u003c\/b\u003e Regularly clip off long surface lily pad stems at the base to encourage the plant to produce a bushy, compact cluster of underwater leaves instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Purple Tang Aquatic Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43067838103614,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8396\/4478\/files\/Final_Presentation_-_Purple_Tang_c801abdf-720a-4ce9-ba92-b956efd72bf0.jpg?v=1783388116"},{"product_id":"rotala-wallichii","title":"Rotala Wallichii","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eName\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eRotala wallichii\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Rotala Wallichii, Whorled Rotala\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Features ultra-fine, needle-like whorled leaves along upright stems. Under optimal conditions, the growth tips turn vibrant magenta, bright pink, or golden red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize \u0026amp; Placement:\u003c\/b\u003e Grows \u003cb\u003e4–12+ inches (10–30+ cm)\u003c\/b\u003e tall; best planted in dense background or midground groups to create soft, textured color contrasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Advanced—demands soft, acidic water, stable nutrients, and precise light levels to avoid stunted growth tips or leaf melting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSensitivity:\u003c\/b\u003e Highly sensitive to hard water (high GH\/KH) and nitrate overload. Requires generous iron dosing for vibrant red coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Range:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e72°F – 82°F (22°C – 28°C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Prefers warm, stable tropical conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eHigh to Very High\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Requires strong light to maintain intense pink and red pigments. Low light results in dull green stems and sparse, leggy leaf growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCO2: Not Required.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePropagation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e Stem Cuttings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrim the top 3–4 inches of a healthy stem using sharp aquascaping scissors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrip the bottom-most needle leaves to expose a clean stem node.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplant the cutting directly into a soft, nutrient-rich soil substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original trimmed stem will branch out into multiple new side shoots, creating a bushier cluster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Purple Tang Aquatic Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43067838464062,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8396\/4478\/files\/Rotalawallichii.jpg?v=1785788011"},{"product_id":"plant-salvinia-minima","title":"Salvinia Minima","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eName\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eSalvinia minima\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Salvinia Minima, Water Spangles, Common Salvinia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Features small, oval, light-to-medium green leaves that float joined in groups of three. The upper surface of the leaves is covered in fine, stiff hairs (trichomes) shaped like tiny eggbeaters, making the top water-repellent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize \u0026amp; Structure:\u003c\/b\u003e Leaves are small, measuring \u003cb\u003e0.25–0.75 inches (0.6–2 cm)\u003c\/b\u003e across. Below the surface, a modified leaf functions as a root-like structure that hangs down \u003cb\u003e1–2 inches\u003c\/b\u003e to absorb nutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNutrient Sponge:\u003c\/b\u003e Extremely fast growth rate makes it a powerful filter that rapidly strips nitrates, ammonium, and phosphates from the water column, helping to prevent algae blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlow Sensitivity:\u003c\/b\u003e Dislikes high surface agitation or direct water splashes from filters, which can cause the floating leaves to submerge and rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Range:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e65°F – 82°F (18°C – 28°C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Very hardy across a wide range of tropical and subtropical water temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eModerate to High\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Under sufficient light, foliage stays bright green and multiplies rapidly. Low light slows growth and may cause the leaves to turn yellow or pale brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCO2: Not Required.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePropagation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e Vegetative Division\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant multiplies naturally by growing side stems that fragment into new independent floating colonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo propagate or control its spread, simply scoop out clusters and transfer them to another tank or thin them out regularly to allow light to reach the bottom aquascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Purple Tang Aquatic Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43067838824510,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8396\/4478\/files\/Final_Presentation_-_Purple_Tang_9aa56c8f-b62d-4b00-b0c0-7cf30aebcda7.jpg?v=1783388127"},{"product_id":"plant-vesuvius-sword","title":"Vesuvius Sword","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eName\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eHelanthium bolivianum\u003c\/i\u003e 'Vesuvius' (syn. \u003ci\u003eEchinodorus angustifolius\u003c\/i\u003e 'Vesuvius')\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Vesuvius Sword, Helanthium Vesuvius, Spiral Sword\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Features bright green, needle-like leaves that curl and twist vertically in tight corkscrew patterns, creating a dynamic architectural texture in aquascapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize \u0026amp; Placement:\u003c\/b\u003e Grows \u003cb\u003e6–12 inches (15–30 cm)\u003c\/b\u003e tall, making it an excellent midground accent or background plant for smaller nano aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/b\u003e Forms compact, vertical clumps that propagate outward via substrate runners, rapidly creating a lush, textured curtain of greenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Moderate and adaptable, though it requires steady nutrition to maintain dense, tightly twisted leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Range:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e68°F – 82°F (20°C – 28°C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Fits comfortably within standard tropical freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eModerate to High\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Adequate lighting is essential to keep the leaf spirals tight and compact. Under low light, the plant grows slower and leaves may uncurl or stretch out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCO2: Not Required.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePropagation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e Substrate Runners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealthy plants propagate prolifically by sending out long horizontal runner stems along or just under the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall daughter plantlets will sprout regularly along the nodes of the runner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce a plantlet has formed a few leaves and roots, snip the runner line with sharp scissors and replant it elsewhere in the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Purple Tang Aquatic Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43067839414334,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8396\/4478\/files\/VesuviusSword.jpg?v=1785790103"},{"product_id":"water-hyacinth","title":"Water Hyacinth","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eName\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eEichhornia crassipes\u003c\/i\u003e (syn. \u003ci\u003ePontederia crassipes\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Water Hyacinth, Floating Water Hyacinth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Features glossy, rounded green leaves with spongy, bulbous leaf stalks (petioles) filled with air cells that allow the plant to float effortlessly. Under bright light, it produces spikes of pale blue to lavender flowers with a distinct yellow spot on the top petal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Floating rosette reaching \u003cb\u003e6–18 inches (15–45 cm)\u003c\/b\u003e in height with long, feathery, dark blue-black root systems extending \u003cb\u003e12–36 inches\u003c\/b\u003e below the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNutrient Absorber:\u003c\/b\u003e One of the fastest-growing aquatic plants in the world; acts as a powerful biological filter by stripping massive quantities of nitrates, heavy metals, and phosphates directly from the water column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecial Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Highly invasive in wild, warm aquatic ecosystems worldwide. Disposal should always be handled responsibly (composting or drying out) rather than dumping into local waterways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Range:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e70°F – 86°F (21°C – 30°C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Very sensitive to frost; leaves will turn black and rot if exposed to freezing temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eVery High (Full Sun)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives best under intense outdoor sunlight. Standard indoor aquarium lighting is usually insufficient, causing the leaves to slowly shrink, turn yellow, and rot over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCO2: Not Required.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePropagation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e Vegetative Runners (Stolons) or Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRunners:\u003c\/b\u003e Parent plants rapidly send out horizontal surface runners (stolons) that produce daughter rosettes at the nodes. Simply snip the connecting runner line to separate new plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeeds:\u003c\/b\u003e Produces tiny seeds after flowering that sink to the sediment and remain viable for years, though vegetative division is the primary method of spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Purple Tang Aquatic Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43067839479870,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8396\/4478\/files\/Final_Presentation_-_Purple_Tang_04cbc32a-ea4c-45e9-affd-3c49f5c81daf.jpg?v=1783388142"},{"product_id":"plant-water-lettuce","title":"Water Lettuce","description":"","brand":"The Purple Tang Aquatic Store","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":43230010409022,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":43230010441790,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8396\/4478\/files\/Final_Presentation_-_Purple_Tang_8f7539bd-02ba-4030-b35b-f4dbf88f71af.jpg?v=1783388143"},{"product_id":"water-wisteria","title":"Water Wisteria","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eWater Wisteria\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci\u003eHygrophila difformis\u003c\/i\u003e) is one of the most popular, versatile, and fast-growing stem plants in the aquarium hobby, famous for its delicate, lace-like, deeply lobed green leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eName\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eHygrophila difformis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Water Wisteria, Water Violet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Features bright green, highly feathered, lace-like leaves that vary dramatically depending on light and water conditions (a phenomenon known as heterophylla).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Rapidly grows \u003cb\u003e12–20+ inches (30–50+ cm)\u003c\/b\u003e tall and wide, making it an excellent background plant or fast-growing background cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNutrient Sponge:\u003c\/b\u003e Extremely fast growth rate makes it a powerful natural filter that rapidly absorbs nitrates, phosphates, and ammonium, effectively suppressing nuisance algae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Very easy and hardy—ideal for beginners and new aquarium setups to establish biological stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Range:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e70°F – 82°F (21°C – 28°C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Adapts easily across tropical and subtropical water parameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eModerate to High\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Under strong light, leaves become deeply dissected and lacy. Under lower light, leaves grow broader and less lobed with larger gaps between nodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCO2: Not Required.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePropagation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e Stem Cuttings or Leaf Propagation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrim any portion of a healthy stem and push the cut end directly into the substrate to root.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternatively, even a single detached leaf floating in the tank will frequently sprout roots and a brand-new miniature stem from its base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Purple Tang Aquatic Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43067839905854,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8396\/4478\/files\/Final_Presentation_-_Purple_Tang_00c711f8-b783-4f18-a11f-2aef8d611667.jpg?v=1783388146"},{"product_id":"plant-ruffle-sword","title":"Ruffle Sword","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eRuffle Sword\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci\u003eEchinodorus martii\u003c\/i\u003e \/ \u003ci\u003eEchinodorus major\u003c\/i\u003e) is a classic, highly attractive aquarium rosette plant famous for its long, ribbon-like leaves with distinctive heavily ruffled or wavy margins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eName\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eEchinodorus martii\u003c\/i\u003e (syn. \u003ci\u003eEchinodorus major\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Ruffle Sword, Ruffled Amazon Sword, Major Sword\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Features elongated, bright green to translucent lime-green leaves with pronounced, undulating or crinkled leaf edges that give it a unique \"ruffled\" texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Medium to large plant, growing \u003cb\u003e12–20+ inches (30–50+ cm)\u003c\/b\u003e tall, making it an ideal centerpiece for midground or background placement in medium-to-large tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeeding Style:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy root feeder—relies heavily on a nutrient-rich substrate or root tabs packed with iron and trace minerals for robust growth and thick foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/b\u003e Moderate; forms a lush, bushy crown over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Range:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e68°F – 82°F (20°C – 28°C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Very adaptable and thrives in standard tropical freshwater environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eModerate to High\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Moderate lighting supports strong growth; higher light keeps the foliage dense and enhances the brightness of its light-green color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCO2: Not Required.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePropagation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e Adventitious Plantlets (Runners) or Crown Division\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/b\u003e Mature plants periodically produce long runner stalks that form small daughter plantlets. Once these plantlets develop roots and a few leaves, snip them off and plant them into the substrate. Large parent plants can also be split at the crown during aquascape maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Purple Tang Aquatic Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43146876059710,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8396\/4478\/files\/Final_Presentation_-_Purple_Tang_73c54959-c853-48c4-93b5-de4d59f7853b.jpg?v=1785744220"},{"product_id":"plant-chocolate-marble-sword","title":"Chocolate Marble Sword","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color md-content tutor-markdown-rendering\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_a27ecd3daa1bd095\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eChocolate Marble Sword\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci\u003eEchinodorus 'Chocolate Marble'\u003c\/i\u003e) is a highly decorative hybrid aquarium plant known for its rich, marble-patterned leaves that display deep reddish-brown and green tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eName\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eEchinodorus\u003c\/i\u003e 'Chocolate Marble'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Chocolate Marble Sword, Chocolate Marble Amazon Sword\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Features broad, lance-shaped leaves with a striking mottled or marbled pattern. New leaves emerge in deep chocolate-brown to bronze-red tones before slowly maturing to olive-green with lingering dark marbling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Medium to large rosette plant, growing \u003cb\u003e10–16+ inches (25–40+ cm)\u003c\/b\u003e tall, making it an excellent focal point for the midground or background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeeding Style:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy root feeder—requires a nutrient-dense substrate or frequent supplementation with iron-rich root tabs to sustain robust leaf production and deep coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/b\u003e Moderate to fast under ideal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Range:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e68°F – 82°F (20°C – 28°C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Fits comfortably into standard tropical freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eModerate to High\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Higher light levels enhance and preserve the rich chocolate and reddish-bronze marbling on new foliage. Under low light, new leaves turn pale or dull green with less distinct patterning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCO2: Not Required.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePropagation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e Adventitious Plantlets (Runners) or Crown Division\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/b\u003e Mature specimens produce long flowering stalks with small daughter plantlets along the nodes. Once plantlets develop several leaves and roots, snip them off and plant them into the substrate. Large parent plants can also be split at the root crown during maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Purple Tang Aquatic Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43146897588286,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8396\/4478\/files\/ChocolateMarbleSword.1.jpg?v=1785788636"},{"product_id":"plant-corkscrew-vallisneria","title":"Corkscrew Vallisneria","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCorkscrew Vallisneria\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci\u003eVallisneria tortifolia\u003c\/i\u003e \/ \u003ci\u003eVallisneria spiralis\u003c\/i\u003e 'Tortifolia') is a popular, classic background and midground aquarium plant famous for its distinctly twisted, ribbon-like green foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eName\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eVallisneria tortifolia\u003c\/i\u003e (or \u003ci\u003eVallisneria spiralis\u003c\/i\u003e var. 'Tortifolia')\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Corkscrew Vallisneria, Twisted Val, Corkscrew Val\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Long, narrow, bright-green leaves that curl and twist vertically in tight spirals, resembling a corkscrew or spiral pasta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Compact for a Vallisneria species, typically growing \u003cb\u003e8–16 inches (20–40 cm)\u003c\/b\u003e tall, making it suitable for midground or background placement in medium-sized tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFilter Plant:\u003c\/b\u003e Fast-growing runner plant that absorbs nitrates and dissolved nutrients, helping to maintain clean water and suppress algae.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSubstrate Sensitivity:\u003c\/b\u003e Avoid burying the base crown too deep in gravel or soil, as this can cause the plant to rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Range:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e68°F – 82°F (20°C – 28°C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Very adaptable and thrives across a wide range of tropical to sub-tropical water conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eModerate to High\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Needs adequate light to keep its distinct tight curls. Under low lighting, leaves may stretch out and grow longer with less pronounced twisting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCO2: Not Required!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePropagation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e Substrate Runners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/b\u003e Healthy plants propagate prolifically on their own by sending out horizontal runners under the substrate that sprout new daughter plantlets. Once a plantlet forms a few leaves and roots, you can snip the connecting runner line and move the new plant anywhere in the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Purple Tang Aquatic Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43146968006718,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8396\/4478\/files\/Final_Presentation_-_Purple_Tang_5a5a19f9-e3d5-4a60-a95e-7a15e9f0387e.jpg?v=1785749901"},{"product_id":"plant-schismatoglottis-prietoi","title":"Schismatoglottis Prietoi","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eSchismatoglottis Prietoi\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci\u003eSchismatoglottis prietoi\u003c\/i\u003e) is a rare and highly sought-after aquatic plant native to the Philippines. It is uniquely one of the few true aquatic species in the \u003ci\u003eSchismatoglottis\u003c\/i\u003e genus, sharing a very similar growth habit and ease of care to popular \u003ci\u003eAnubias\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eBucephalandra\u003c\/i\u003e species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eName\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eSchismatoglottis prietoi\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Schismatoglottis Prietoi, Prieto's Schismatoglottis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Features small, glossy, oval to lance-shaped bright green leaves with wavy edges that grow along a crawling rhizome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Compact growth, reaching \u003cb\u003e3–6 inches (8–15 cm)\u003c\/b\u003e in height, making it ideal for foreground to midground placement or attached to hardscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVersatile Mounting:\u003c\/b\u003e Like \u003ci\u003eAnubias\u003c\/i\u003e, it can be attached directly to driftwood and rocks using glue or string, or planted gently into the substrate (as long as the crawling rhizome remains above the soil to prevent rot).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/b\u003e Moderate to fast compared to slow-growing \u003ci\u003eAnubias\u003c\/i\u003e or \u003ci\u003eBucephalandra\u003c\/i\u003e, quickly forming soft green bushes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Range:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e72°F – 82°F (22°C – 28°C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Adapts well to warm tropical freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eLow to Moderate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Very forgiving under low light conditions. Excessive lighting can encourage unwanted algae growth on its slow-growing leaf surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCO2: Not Required!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePropagation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e Rhizome Division\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/b\u003e Using sharp scissors, cut the main crawling rhizome into sections, ensuring each piece has at least 3–4 healthy leaves and some roots. Attach or plant the new divisions into desired locations in the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Purple Tang Aquatic Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43147032592446,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8396\/4478\/files\/Final_Presentation_-_Purple_Tang_9572963f-3330-47ba-8361-86feb8416588.jpg?v=1785751009"},{"product_id":"plant-red-pearl-sword","title":"Red Pearl Sword","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eRed Pearl Sword\u003c\/b\u003e (\u003ci\u003eEchinodorus 'Red Pearl'\u003c\/i\u003e) is a eye-catching hybrid aquarium plant known for its intense ruby-red to deep wine-colored young leaves and compact, bushy growth habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eName\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eEchinodorus\u003c\/i\u003e 'Red Pearl'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Red Pearl Sword, Red Pearl Amazon Sword\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Broad, spoon-shaped leaves. New foliage emerges in a striking dark ruby-red or deep violet-red, eventually maturing into a dark olive-green with red leaf veins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Compact for an \u003ci\u003eEchinodorus\u003c\/i\u003e, growing \u003cb\u003e8–12 inches (20–30 cm)\u003c\/b\u003e tall, making it a great focal point or midground plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeeding Style:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy root feeder—requires a nutrient-dense substrate or frequent supplementation with iron-rich root tabs to maintain its deep red foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/b\u003e Moderate to fast under optimal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Range:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e70°F – 82°F (21°C – 28°C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Fits right into standard tropical aquarium setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eModerate to High\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Higher light levels are crucial to intensify and prolong the vibrant ruby-red color on new foliage. Under low light, leaves fade quickly to dull green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCO2: Not Required!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePropagation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e Adventitious Plantlets (Runners) or Crown Division\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/b\u003e Mature plants send out long flowering stalks that produce small daughter plantlets at the nodes. Once these plantlets develop a few leaves and roots, snip them off and plant them into the substrate. Mature specimens can also be divided at the root crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Purple Tang Aquatic Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43147136270398,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8396\/4478\/files\/RedPearlSword.jpg?v=1785789941"},{"product_id":"golden-melon-sword","title":"Golden Melon Sword","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color md-content tutor-markdown-rendering\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_ae51de5853f30f62\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eEchinodorus\u003c\/i\u003e 'Golden Melon'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Golden Melon Sword, Golden Amazon Sword\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Features broad, round to oval leaves with a distinct golden, lime-green, or honey-yellow coloration on new growth that matures into a warm green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Grows \u003cb\u003e8–12+ inches (20–30+ cm)\u003c\/b\u003e tall and wide, remaining somewhat more compact than standard Amazon Swords.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeeding Style:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy root feeder—relies heavily on substrate nutrients and root tabs packed with iron and nitrogen to maintain its vibrant yellow-gold color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent focal point plant for midground or background placement in medium-to-large tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal Range:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e70°F – 82°F (21°C – 28°C)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives in standard tropical freshwater temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eModerate to High\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Bright lighting is necessary to bring out the bright golden-yellow hues on new leaves; low light causes the leaves to stay pale or dull green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCO2\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNot Required.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003ePropagation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod:\u003c\/b\u003e Adventitious Plantlets \/ Runners or Crown Division\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow it works:\u003c\/b\u003e Mature plants regularly send out long runner stems above the substrate that sprout small daughter plantlets. Once the plantlets form leaves and roots, snip them off and plant them into the substrate. 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Simply snip these off once they form roots and press them into the substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Purple Tang Aquatic Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43147231952958,"sku":null,"price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/8396\/4478\/files\/FransStoffelsSword.jpg?v=1785789400"},{"product_id":"plant-hygrophila-angustifolia","title":"Hygrophila Angustifolia","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003ci\u003eHygrophila angustifolia\u003c\/i\u003e (often sold as \u003ci\u003eHygrophila corymbosa\u003c\/i\u003e 'Angustifolia')\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/b\u003e Willow Hygro, Willow-Leafed Hygrophila, Narrow-Leafed Hygro\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Long, narrow, ribbon-like leaves that resemble willow leaves growing along strong central stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e Bright green foliage; under strong lighting, top leaves can turn reddish-bronze or reddish-brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Tall stem plant, reaching \u003cb\u003e12–20+ inches (30–50+ cm)\u003c\/b\u003e in height, making it an ideal background plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/b\u003e Extremely fast; acts as a natural bio-filter by absorbing nitrates and phosphates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNutrient Indicator:\u003c\/b\u003e Very sensitive to \u003cb\u003epotassium (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e$K$\u003c\/span\u003e) deficiency\u003c\/b\u003e—leaves will develop tiny pinholes if potassium levels drop too low.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequirement:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003eModerate to High\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails:\u003c\/b\u003e While it can survive under low light, it will grow leggy with sparse leaf spacing. 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Renowned for its fine, needle-like foliage and ability to transition from vibrant green to rich orange and fiery red hues, it is a favorite for Dutch-style aquascapes and advanced planted tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Plant Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e North America (Eastern United States)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/b\u003e Midground to Background\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/b\u003e Medium to Fast (under optimal conditions)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 4 to 12 inches (or taller if left unpruned)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Difficulty:\u003c\/b\u003e Moderate to Advanced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Water Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/b\u003e 68°F – 82°F (20°C – 28°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003epH Range:\u003c\/b\u003e 6.0 – 7.2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/b\u003e Soft to moderately hard (2–12 dGH)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e1. 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