LOW LIGHT PLANTS

A collection of aquatic plants that will continue to thrive in low-light conditions. These plants are also often also known as low-tech plants. Some species in this category include Anubias, Sword (Echindorous), Mosses, Java Ferns, Cryptocoryne, Vallisneria and more!  
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Jungle Vallisneria - Windy City Aquariums

Jungle Vallisneria

$4.50
Jungle Vallisneria (Vallisneria Americana), also known as water celery, eelgrass, tape grass is a well-loved hardy aquarium plant. It can grow several feet tall and grows in any tank conditions, making it...
Tiger Striped Frogbit

Tiger Striped Frogbit

$7.99
Tiger Striped Frogbit is a rare variation of Frogbit with leaves that feature tiger-like stripes around the edges. Compared to Common Frogbit, its leaves tend to be smaller and more...
Bacopa Caroliniana - Windy City Aquariums

Bacopa Caroliniana

$5.99
Bacopa Caroliniana originates from US and has been used as an aquarium plant for many years. Stems become 10-30 cm long and 3-4 cm wide, branching willingly from the bottom....
Vesuvius Sword - Windy City Aquariums

Vesuvius Sword

$5.99
The Vesuvius Sword is a rare new plant in the hobby. It has twisted leaves that closely resembles Corkscrew Vallisneria. Similarly, it propagates through runners and makes a great statement plant in...
Assorted Bucephalandra - Windy City Aquariums

Assorted Bucephalandra

$9.99
In nature, Bucephalandra usually grows on rocks or wood in rivers and streams - much like Anubias, which they resemble regarding use and care in the aquarium. Bucephalandra is an easy,...
Cryptocoryne Lucens - Windy City Aquariums

Cryptocoryne Lucens

$5.50
Cryptocoryne Lucens, also known simply as Crypt Lucens, is a less common type of Cryptocoryne that can serve either as a foreground or midground plant. It has bright green slender leaves with brown...
Broad Leaf Sagittaria Chilensis

Broad Leaf Sagittaria Chilensis

$4.99
Sagittaria platyphylla, or more commonly known as Broad Leaf Sagittaria, Sagittaria Chilensis, or Chilensis, is a great plant for aquarists new to planted tanks as it is relatively undemanding and will propagate readily. It is...
Anubias Nana Golden

Anubias Nana Golden

$8.99
Anubias Nana Golden (Anubias barteri “Golden nana”) is a rare variant of Anubias barteri that is not often seen in the aquarium hobby. It boasts very bright, lime green leaves...
Cryptocoryne Pink "Flamingo"

Cryptocoryne Pink "Flamingo"

$19.99
Cryptocoryne sp. "Flamingo", or Crypt Pink Flamingo, is a relatively new and rare aquarium plant in the hobby. It is a highly sought-after plant by aquascape enthusiasts. It has beautiful ruffled pink leaves...
Ozelot Red Sword (Echinodorus 'Ozelot') | Windy City Aquariums

Ozelot Red Sword

$6.99
The Ozelot Red Sword, or Echinodorus "Ozelot Red", is a colorful and bold plant perfect for the mid or background section of an aquarium. It has short stems with large ovoid leaves that display hardy...
Java Fern 'Windelov' (Microsorum Pteropus) - Windy City Aquariums

Java Fern "Windelov"

$6.99
Microsorum Pteropus "Windelov" is a patented variety of Microsorum Pteropus, named after Tropica's founder Holger Windeløv. Its finely branched leaf tips make it one of the most beautiful aquarium plants....
Golden Pothos

Golden Pothos

$3.99 – $6.99
Pothos (Epipremnum aureum) is a very popular houseplant that also has the nickname “devil’s ivy” because of its extreme hardiness. It's one of the hardiest houseplants one can own and...