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27-07-2004, 08:03 AM

(Paul Wright) wrote in message om...
Another question folks:

I just bought an assortment of "low light" plants from an aquatic
plant vendor. The order includes:

2 Anubias Barteri Reg

2 Anubias Nana Reg

2 Java Fern

2 Bolbitis Heudelotii

2 Cryptocoryne Blassi

1 Anubias Show

This assortment was labeled as "low light" by the vendor. I want to
add these to a 10 gal. tank with a 15 watt fluorescent bulb that
produces wavelengths of light optimal for plant growth (not sure of
the brand). Are these plants difficult to maintain in these
conditions? Just just wondering what to expect. Many thanks in advance
for your help.

Paul Wright

I'd consider SeaChem Excel, a Triton bulb/get a small metal reflector,
maybe some SeaChem Equlibrium added at a 1/8 teaspoon weekly.
This will help them grow well at this light level.

You need to have the tank packed with plants, Somehow the list you
gave sounds like too few plants. More Java Ferns or moss etc.

Regards,
Tom Barr