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Matt724
07-26-2009, 1:01 PM
I need information on this plant. Pictures would help. I heard they're carnivorous, so would my fish and inverts be safe? Are they invasive to other plants? Is there anything I should know about them that could surprise me when I get them?

All feedback is much appreciated :D

Deaths Sting
07-26-2009, 4:35 PM
a very interesting plant!

it likes very soft acidic water and doesn't need a lot of light or Co2. it prefers moderate - high lighting and co2 would help.. in that situation... it sounds like its hard to come by...

its like a mixture of java moss and HC.
it looks like moss but it actually has roots! u have to separate it and find the roots and u can either plant it in the substrate or anchor it to something.

ive also read that it goes through an acclimatization period and may die or brown, but will be hardy once settled into its new environment.

heres some pics

http://i469.photobucket.com/albums/rr55/Bunbuku_APC/Rotala%20rebirth/IMG_1321.jpg

http://i262.photobucket.com/albums/ii90/gsmitchell/utriculariagraminifoliacloseup.jpg

Adhlc
07-26-2009, 10:58 PM
Definitely one of my favorites, though quite hard to come by. I've read it really should have moderate CO2 injection, fairly acidic water, and a decent current flowing through the tank.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v176/clxeph/UG.jpg

velanarris
07-27-2009, 10:43 AM
That's beautiful.