Plants that like to get LOW!
Here are some low-growing plants that should thrive in the front of your tank without the need for CO2:
1. Java Moss (Taxiphyllum barbieri): It's very versatile and can be attached to rocks or driftwood. It grows slowly and doesn't require CO2.
2. Anubias Nana Petite: This plant is small and has sturdy leaves. It doesn't require much light or CO2 and can be attached to rocks or driftwood.
3. Cryptocoryne Pink Flamingo: This is one of the small bright Cryptocoryne species. It grows slowly and can tolerate low light and no CO2.
4. Sagittaria Subulata (Dwarf Sagittaria): This plant can create a nice carpet in the front of the tank. It doesn't need CO2 and can thrive in low to moderate light.
5. Marsilea Hirsuta: This plant can grow as a low carpet in your tank. It does well in low light and doesn't require CO2 injection.
6. Staurogyne Repens: It’s a compact plant that stays low and forms dense bushes. It can grow well without CO2 in moderate light.
7. Lilaeopsis Brasiliensis: Often called Micro Sword, it creates a grass-like carpet. It can grow in low to moderate light without CO2.
8. Cryptocoryne Wendtii: This plant is adaptable to a range of conditions and comes in various color forms. It's low-growing and does well in low to moderate light.
9. Micranthemum 'Monte Carlo': This plant forms a dense carpet and can grow in lower light conditions without CO2.
10. Helanthium Tenellum (Dwarf Chain Sword): This plant spreads runners and can create a nice carpet in the foreground. It tolerates low light and no CO2.
11. Bacopa Monnieri (Moneywort): Although it can grow taller, it can also be trimmed to stay low. It's hardy and can thrive in low light without CO2.
12. Hygrophila Corymbosa 'Compact': This is a dwarf variety of the larger Hygrophila species. It stays small and bushy, perfect for the foreground.
13. Lobelia Cardinalis 'Dwarf': This plant stays small and has vibrant green leaves. It does well in low to moderate light without CO2.
14. Pygmy Chain Sword (Echinodorus tenellus): Similar to Dwarf Chain Sword, it can form a nice carpet and thrives in low light conditions.
15. Cryptocoryne Pygmaea: A smaller species of Cryptocoryne that remains compact and can handle low light and no CO2.
16. Hydrocotyle Verticillata: This plant has an interesting clover-like appearance and can grow low in the foreground without CO2.
17. Microsorum Pteropus 'Windelov' (Windelov Java Fern): This is a smaller variety of Java Fern that can be attached to rocks or driftwood and stays compact.
These additional plants should give you more options to create a lush and diverse foreground in your aquarium.
Happy planting!