🌿 Blyxa japonica – Japanese Blyxa / Dwarf Asian Grass

Sold as Bare-root, Bunched, or Potted Plants

Blyxa japonica, also known as Japanese Blyxa or Dwarf Asian Grass, is a striking aquatic plant belonging to the Hydrocharitaceae family. Native to China, Taiwan, Japan, and Papua New Guinea, this plant is highly valued in the aquascaping world for its grass-like form, vibrant green color, and flowing texture. While its beauty is undeniable, Blyxa japonica is also known as a demanding species, making it best suited for experienced aquarists who can provide the ideal conditions for its growth.

🌟 Key Features

• Scientific Name: Blyxa japonica

• Common Name: Japanese Blyxa, Dwarf Asian Grass

• Family: Hydrocharitaceae

• Origin: China, Taiwan, Japan, Papua New Guinea (also naturalized in Italy)

• Placement: Midground / Background

• Growth Rate: Medium

• Difficulty Level: Advanced

✨ Distinctive Appearance – Grass-like, flowing leaves that sway with water movement.
✨ Dynamic Texture – Adds a lush, natural meadow-like effect to aquascapes.
✨ Challenging to Grow – Requires high care and is recommended for advanced aquarists.

🌱 Growth & Propagation

• Lighting Needs: Medium to High

• CO₂ & Fertilizers: CO₂ is required for optimal health and color; liquid fertilization and nutrient-rich substrate are strongly recommended.

• Growth Method: Root-feeding stem plant that forms dense clusters.

• Nutrient Substrate: Required

• Can Be Grown Emersed: No

🖼️ Aquascaping Benefits

• Creates lush grassy meadows for a natural look.

• Provides midground / background texture to balance other plant forms.

• Enhances fish activity by creating natural shelter and swaying movement.

📦 What You’ll Receive:

Sold as Fresh-Cut, Bunched, or Potted Plants:

• Fresh-Cut Plants: About 1–2 loose plants without roots

• Bunched Plants: About 1–2 plants without roots, bundled with foam and a plant weight

• Potted Plants: About 1–2 plants without roots, potted in rockwool within a 2-inch net pot

⚠️ Disclaimer
Blyxa japonica is an advanced-level plant that requires strong lighting, CO₂, and nutrient-rich substrate. Without proper care, it may melt or fail to thrive. Regular trimming and stable water parameters are necessary for long-term success.

🚫 State Restrictions Notice ♻️ Be a Responsible Aquatic Plants Owner
Please do not release Blyxa japonica or any aquarium plants into natural waterways. Always dispose of plant trimmings responsibly. Check your local regulations before purchase.

 WHAT WE GUARANTEE

24 Hours Live Arrival Guarantee* - In a rare case of live stocks dead on arrival, we must be notified within 24 hours by the same day of delivery. Please take clear photos of the damaged product and send it to us within 24 hours.  Live Arrival Guarantee will be void after 24 hours of delivery. All replacements are considered final and we will not replace the replacement.

1. Picture requirements: Take at least 2 clear photos of damaged product in their original, unopened & sealed transparent packing and send photos and orders information to our email within 24 hours: aquariumplantsfactory@gmail.com 
2. Please do not take picture of damaged plants, or animals in your aquarium. Once they have been introduced to your aquarium's ecosystem. It is no longer covered by our guarantee.

Please be aware that our Live Arrival Guarantee is subject to certain conditions. Specifically, the guarantee will not be applicable in cases where the package is marked as 'invalid address', 'undeliverable' or is 'returned to sender.' This includes situations such as a vacant delivery address, a missing apartment number, or any other issues that prevent the postal service from delivering your package.

It is crucial to provide accurate and complete shipping information to ensure the successful delivery of your order and the applicability of the Live Arrival Guarantee.

Please keep in mind that Live Arrival Guarantee only guarantees that live stocks will be alive upon arrival. We cannot guarantee that you will continue to have success with them. Many factors, including the aquarium environment, water quality, nutrient, temperature, lighting, filter, and CO2 system, can contribute to the failure to grow live plants and live animals.

WHAT WE CAN'T GUARANTEE

Even though our plants are very clean, but we can't guarantee they will be 100% pest-free because we cannot be responsible for your aquarium. Please use it at your own risk. We recommended all customers rinse the plants with clean water and quarantine them before use.

However, plants in tissue culture will be 100% free from pests, algae and never have been contacting with any aquarium.

1. Due to the nature of the product. We don't guarantee our plants will be pests free. ( snails, algae, hitchhikers )
2. We don't guarantee our plants will be free of pesticides. We use homemade, organic pesticides in our greenhouse to control pests. We do not use pesticides that contain copper. Copper is toxic to invertebrates such as aquatic snails, crabs, shrimps, etc
3. We don't guarantee your aquarium success or are responsible for your aquarium inhabitant including but not limited to fish, shrimp, snail, turtle, etc. So please quarantine all plants when use!
4. Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be grow emerged or submerge.

Please review your state's regulations on restricted plants, as we are committed to not shipping plants that are restricted in your area. Do not release any plants into the wild or waterways, as this can harm local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.

Your cooperation in protecting the environment is appreciated. For continuously updated information, refer to the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.

Thank you for your responsible commitment to environmental preservation.