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Subject: Stem plants and pruning...



Matt <marius1 at gate_net> wrote:

> What I need is a stem plant that will grow a decent root structure, 
> is a moderate grower (as opposed to three inches per day), and
> most importantly, can be given a straight-across haircut when it gets out
of
> hand, without fouling the aquarium.  I also would like it to be a plant
that
> will branch and become more bushy as it is cut this way.  
> Suggestions?

Hygrophila polysperma (if you can find it), Egerias najas and Rotalla indica
will all grow nicely in moderate light.  Extra light and nutrients will
encourage faster growth

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Michael Rubin
michael at rubinworld_com
http://www.rubinworld.com/aquarium.htm