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What makes a plant native?

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Explore the meaning of 'native' plants, the complexities in determining native status, and the debates surrounding species like Pistia stratiotes and Hydrocharis dubia in Australia.

Top 12 Native Australian Aquarium Plants for Your Fish Tank

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Discover the top 12 native Australian aquarium plants perfect for your fish tank. Enhance your aquascape with these beautiful, easy-to-care-for plants that provide a natural environment for your aquatic pets.

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The Monochoria and Eichhornia genera have now merged into Pontederia! Learn why Eichhornia diversifolia and Monochoria cyanea are now Pontederia diversifolia and Pontederia cyanea.

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Learn about optimal aquarium lighting for ideal plant growth. Different plant types, tank sizes, and CO2 levels all impact lighting durations.

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Learn why your aquatic plants are turning brown and what steps you can take to remedy the situation. From lighting to nutrient imbalances, uncover the common culprits behind browning leaves.

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Most Echinodorus are now Aquarius! Learn why some of your favourite plants like Echinodorus grisebachii and Echinodorus major are now Aquarius grisebachii and Aquarius major

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Discover the art of aquascaping – creating stunning underwater landscapes in fish tanks. Find out about the art of blending design, horticulture, and aquatic ecology to create beautiful underwater gardens.

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Limnobium are now Hydrocharis! Learn why Amazon Frogbit is now called Hydrocharis laevigata instead of Limnobium laevigatum.

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Unlock the secrets of successful aquarium planting with our step-by-step guide on planting techniques for various types of aquatic plants, including stem plants, rosette plants, carpeting plants and more.

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Some Microsorum are now Leptochilus! Learn why the Java Fern is now called Leptochilus pteropus instead of Microsorum pteropus.

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Learn about optimal lighting requirements for aquarium plants. Explore key factors that influence how much light you need for your aquarium, including tank depth and the types of plants you grow.

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Hydrocharis dubia is often referred to as a species native to Australia, but recent evidence points it actually being an introduced species from Asia. Read about why Hydrocharis dubia has been de-listed as a native species.

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Discover how to plant pond plants with our comprehensive guide covering marginal, underwater stem, floating, and rosette plants. Learn step-by-step instructions for each type type of plant to ensure they thrive in their new environment.

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Explore the distinctions between emersed vs submersed growth of aquarium plants. Learn about their advantages and disadvantages, unique characteristics, and considerations you need to make when planting your aquarium.

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Find out what to do if your aquarium plants get delayed in transit. FloraPhyta has a live arrival guarantee so you don't need to stress about your plants. Click here to find out what you need to do.

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Accurate identification of aquatic plants is an important part of aquascaping. FloraPhyta provides high-quality plants with correct labelling every time — each plant tagged with its most up to date species name. Find out more here.

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If you've made an order with FloraPhyta and are wondering when it will be sent out, you can find the details here.

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Get more information on how long our aquarium plants normally take to arrive. Factors that affect delivery time include your location, adverse weather conditions and public holidays.

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Curious about our live arrival guarantee? Find out what we need from you to qualify for a replacement or refund should something happen to your plants while in transit.

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Want to ensure your aquarium remains snail-free and wondering how to do so? Find out about FloraPhyta's snail free aquarium plant options here.

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