There are many types of aquatic plants that can be used in shrimp tanks, such as moss, centipede grass, pepper grass, dwarf pearls, foxtail grass, water fig, etc. Mossy is a relatively common aquatic plant, usually attached to dead wood or stones. Centipede grass likes warm conditions and is suitable as a background grass. There are many types of peppergrass, and different varieties are used in different ways. Dwarf pearls are laid on the bottom, which looks very beautiful. Other aquatic plants are also good decorations.
1. Moss
Moss is a relatively common aquatic plant with many types. It is native to Southeast Asia. Because it is easy to cultivate and has strong adaptability to water quality, So it is very suitable to be kept in a shrimp tank. It should be noted that this plant must be attached to dead wood or stone, so it must be landscaped in the tank.
2. Centipede grass
There are many plants called centipede grass, but the centipede grass in aquatic plants refers to centipede grass. This plant is native to Argentina, Brazil and other places and is ideal as a background grass. It prefers a warm climate, grows well in an environment of 15-27℃, and cannot do without sufficient light, so it is very suitable for keeping in a shrimp tank.
3. Peppergrass
There are many peppergrass aquatic plants, such as shell peppergrass, sword bamboo peppergrass, pineapple peppergrass, ribbon peppergrass, etc. Different species have different functions in the tank. Some are suitable as foreground and mid-ground aquatic plants, and some are suitable as mid- and rear-ground aquatic plants. Among them, tiger striped peppergrass is more recommended for shrimp tanks, and fountain peppergrass can also be prepared.
4. Dwarf Pearls
As the name suggests, dwarf pearls are not very tall, and they look very good when placed on a layer in a water tank. It should be noted that due to its small size, it is difficult to plant at the beginning. It may float away from the bottom bed after planting. It can only grow smoothly after the roots are established.
5. Foxtail
The scientific name of foxtail is Myriophyllum. This is a submerged herbaceous plant with relatively developed rhizomes, suitable for mid-ground or background. Grass. This kind of aquatic plant does not have strict requirements on water quality. As long as the salinity is not high, it will be fine. It is also very suitable to be raised in a shrimp tank.