Top 5 Easiest Plants for Low-Light Tanks

By Fern Flora on May 10, 2024

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Top 5 Easiest Plants for Low-Light Tanks

High-intensity lighting and CO2 injection aren't necessary for a beautiful planted tank. Here are five bulletproof plants that will grow well in almost any standard aquarium setup.

  1. Anubias Nana: This plant is nearly indestructible. It prefers to be attached to driftwood or rocks rather than planted in the substrate.
  2. Java Fern: Another epiphyte that's incredibly hardy. Its unique leaf structure adds great texture to an aquascape.
  3. Java Moss: This versatile moss can be used to create carpets, cover driftwood, or be left to float. Shrimp love it.
  4. Cryptocoryne wendtii: A great midground plant that comes in various colors (green, bronze, red). It might "melt" when first introduced but will grow back stronger.
  5. Marimo Moss Ball: Technically a form of algae, these charming spheres require almost no care. Just drop them in and enjoy.