Shoal & Stem

Species Catalogue

5 species matching your filters — care guides, community photos, water parameters, and tank-mate compatibility.

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Eriocaulon Ratnagiricum

Eriocaulon ratnagiricum

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Eriocaulon ratnagiricum is a delicate, rosette-forming stem plant with fine, needle-like leaves that create an intricate, feathery appearance. Native to soft, acidic waters, it displays pale green to yellowish foliage and is prized by experienced aquascapers for its architectural beauty in high-tech planted tanks.

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Feather Duster Eriocaulon

Eriocaulon sp. 'Feather Duster'

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Rare and highly sought-after Eriocaulon with long, feathery white-green leaves that fan out like a plume. A collector's plant demanding very soft, slightly acidic water and strong light. Breathtaking when healthy.

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Mini Eriocaulon

Eriocaulon cinereum

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Tiny rosette plant forming grass-like tufts. One of the most challenging aquarium plants to keep long-term. Needs very soft, acidic water, strong light, and CO2.

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Tonina Lotus Blossom

Tonina fluviatilis Lotus Blossom

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Tonina Lotus Blossom is a stunning stem plant prized for its delicate, feathery foliage and vibrant coloration that ranges from green to deep red depending on light and nutrient availability. This variety exhibits a compact, bushy growth habit with intricate leaf patterns resembling lotus petals, making it a striking focal point in the midground to background. It is one of the most demanding aquatic plants and requires expert-level care to thrive.

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Waterwort

Elatine triandra

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One of the finest-leaved carpet plants in existence — creates an almost moss-like lawn of tiny round leaves. Extremely challenging; requires CO2, very high light, and excellent nutrient control. The pinnacle of carpeting plants.