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Bring your
underwater world
to life.
Bring your underwater world to life with freshwater aquarium plants from AquariumFish.com—and practical care guides to help them thrive.
Meet your next plantSmall beginnings.
Shop all aquatic plants Small beginnings.
Beautiful possibilities.
Start with the shape, texture, and growing style that suit your aquarium.
Broad leaf ludwigia
Ludwigia repens • supplier identification
Moderate careMedium light
Broad leaf ludwigia care 
A place for every plant
Build your world, layer by layer.
Learn as you growYour planted tank
Your planted tank
starts here.
You don’t need to know every scientific name to create something beautiful. Start with a few well-chosen plants, understand what they need, and build a routine that works for you.
Start your first planted tank
The growing library
All care guides A little knowledge goes a long way.
Planting
How to plant each type
Rhizomes, stems, rosettes, carpets, and floaters need different treatment. Get the base right.
Equipment
Light & CO₂, in balance
Understand why more light does not automatically mean better growth—and when added CO₂ helps.
Troubleshooting
Plant melt: what to check
Separate normal adjustment from ongoing decline by inspecting the base and watching new growth.
Before you choose
More plant questions ↗Live aquatic plants for your aquarium.
Choose a growing style that fits your lighting, layout, and maintenance routine.
Which aquarium plants are suitable for beginners?
Java fern and anubias nana are useful starting points for a lower-light aquarium. Both grow slowly and can be attached to wood or rock. A rooted plant such as Cryptocoryne wendtii green adds a different texture in the midground. Compare each plant’s needs with your actual setup before choosing.
Do live aquatic plants need injected CO₂?
Some aquarium plants can grow without injected CO₂ in a suitable lower-demand setup. Expect a slower pace, keep lighting moderate, and maintain a consistent feeding and water-change routine. Fine carpets and more demanding stem plants may benefit from added CO₂. Our lighting and CO₂ guide explains how to balance those choices.
Should every plant be planted in the substrate?
No. Swords and crypts need their roots in the substrate with the crown exposed. Anubias and Java fern need their rhizomes above it, mosses can grow on hardscape, and floating plants belong at the water surface. Read our planting guide before positioning a new plant.
How do I buy plants from this site?
Browse the aquatic plant shop, choose any available product options, and add plants to your cart. Live prices and availability come from Shopify. AquariumFish.com handles checkout and fulfillment; review shipping eligibility, charges, and store policies before placing an order.
A plant that fits your aquarium.
Compare care levels, lighting needs, and placement before choosing what to grow.