{"title":"Non-Aquatic \u0026 Terrarium Plants","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor terrariums, paludariums and the space above the water line.\u003c\/b\u003e These plants are terrestrial or semi-terrestrial: they grow best with their leaves in the air, not fully underwater. Use them in terrariums, riparium planters, the emersed part of a paludarium, or as houseplants.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"alternanthera-ficoidea-pink","title":"Alternanthera Ficoidea 'Pink'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRead this first: this is not a true aquatic plant.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAlternanthera ficoidea\u003c\/strong\u003e 'Pink' is a terrarium, vivarium and bog plant with vivid pink foliage. It will live submerged in an aquarium for several months — often rooting and gaining height — but it needs a spell growing above water afterwards to recover. Sold on that understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You’ll Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold as loose Fresh-cut Plants, Bunched plants, or Potted plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh-cut plants\u003c\/strong\u003e | approx. 6 stems, loose fresh-cut plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBunched plants\u003c\/strong\u003e | approx. 6 fresh-cut plants with foam, and lead weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotted plants\u003c\/strong\u003e | approx. 6 fresh-cut plants with net pot and rock wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name\u003c\/strong\u003e — Pink Terrarium Alternanthera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cem\u003eAlternanthera ficoidea\u003c\/em\u003e 'Pink'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrue aquatic\u003c\/strong\u003e — \u003cstrong\u003eNo\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited to\u003c\/strong\u003e — Terrarium, vivarium, riparium, pond margin or houseplant in high humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e — Foreground to midground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height\u003c\/strong\u003e — 4–8 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/strong\u003e — Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e — Intermediate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e — Medium to high, or partial sunlight. 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This makes Lucky Bamboo ideal for aquariums where the stem is placed in water while the foliage grows above the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌟 Key Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDracaena sanderiana\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lucky Bamboo\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-aquatic ornamental houseplant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Compatible Stem:\u003c\/strong\u003e The stem can grow submerged in aquarium water.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eEmergent Growth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves must grow above the water surface for long-term health.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eElegant Upright Structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth green stalks with narrow pointed leaves create a clean decorative look.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Placement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect for aquariums, paludariums, ripariums, and indoor plant displays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Growth \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate light\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Parameters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adaptable to most aquarium conditions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stem can be placed underwater, but leaves must remain above water\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright stem plant with emergent foliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile the \u003cstrong\u003estem tolerates submersion\u003c\/strong\u003e, the \u003cstrong\u003eleaves will only survive a short time underwater\u003c\/strong\u003e. For permanent growth in an aquarium environment, position the plant so that \u003cstrong\u003ethe foliage grows above the water line\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🪴 Aquarium \u0026amp; Decorative Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eNatural Aquascape Accent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds vertical structure and a natural look to aquariums.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for Open-Top Tanks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for aquariums where plants can grow above the water surface.\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eLow Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy and adaptable, making it suitable for beginners and experienced hobbyists alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📦 What You’ll Receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh, healthy \u003cstrong\u003eDracaena sanderiana (Lucky Bamboo)\u003c\/strong\u003e carefully prepared by Aquarium Plants Factory®:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh Cut Plant:\u003cbr\u003e• 1 healthy stem cutting approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8–12 inches tall\u003c\/strong\u003e with attached leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e⚠️ Care Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDracaena sanderiana is commonly used in aquariums, but \u003cstrong\u003eonly the stem should remain submerged\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves are not aquatic and will not survive permanently underwater.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best long-term results, position the plant so the \u003cstrong\u003estem grows in water while the leaves grow above the aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever release aquarium plants into natural waterways.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aquarium Plants Factory","offers":[{"title":"1 Fresh Cut Plant","offer_id":42633722363965,"sku":"L-138","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1430\/7150\/files\/C011D029-6601-480C-976E-6BA961C8C327.png?v=1775267103"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1430\/7150\/collections\/hemigraphis-alternata-purple-waffle-974178_c835f7f6-5cb9-481f-9324-b3554df81706.png?v=1790570574","url":"https:\/\/aquariumplantsfactory.com\/collections\/non-aquatic-plants.oembed","provider":"Aquarium Plants Factory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}