Most stem plants are suited for grouping as background plants. Scarlet to deep red color, which turns olive in lower light conditions. Not to be confused with A. sessilis sold under the same common names, this species can truly grow underwater. A bog plant that grows OK underwater, background or filler plant. Makes good background or side plant, in groups.
Leaves resemble fine pine needles, fanning out from central stem.
Pair of leaves at each node. Will tend to break apart and litter the aquarium if light is too low. Cardimine lyrata Beautiful, delicate plant. Grows roots above water at each node. Leaves look kind of like Hydrocotoyle sp. , but stem is straight.