my 55g planted was an acrylic tank with just small openings in the middle. the plants grew fine, and even then i always had neon tetras on the floor!!!! 
 
unless your lids are caked with buildup and block out the light, lids should be no problem for a planted tank
				
			unless your lids are caked with buildup and block out the light, lids should be no problem for a planted tank