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Unit price per🌿 Hornwort – Fast-Growing Oxygenator for Natural Aquariums
Hornwort (Ceratophyllum demersum) is one of the best floating or free-rooting plants for low-tech, dirted tanks. Known for its bushy, feathery texture and rapid growth, Hornwort pulls waste from the water, oxygenates the tank, and provides excellent cover for shrimp and fry — all without the need for CO₂, fertilizers, or root tabs.
Grown naturally using the Father Fish method, this hardy stem plant requires no special substrate and thrives in nearly any freshwater environment.
⚡ Quick Highlights:
⭐ Super fast-growing water column feeder
⭐ No CO₂, no fertilizers, no substrate needed
⭐ Ideal for shrimp tanks, grow-outs, and algae control
💚 Why Choose Hornwort?
✅ Great for Algae Prevention – Absorbs ammonia and nitrates rapidly
✅ Floating or Planted – Use as a floater or anchor gently in substrate
✅ Safe for Fry & Shrimp – Dense, feathery growth offers ideal cover
✅ Easy to Trim & Propagate – Just cut and replant or let it float
✅ Naturally Grown – No hydroponics, pesticides, or synthetic inputs
🪴 Plant Care Tips:
Lighting: Low to high (adapts easily)
Substrate: Not needed (but can be loosely anchored)
CO₂: Not required
Placement: Floating, background, or free-floating
Tank Size: Excellent for nano to large aquariums
🌿 Father Fish Tip:
“This is one of nature’s best filters. It floats, multiplies, pulls waste, and gives your tank instant life — no gadgets needed.”
🛒 Why Buy from Us:
• Grown in organic systems without chemicals
• Packaged fresh, bushy, and ready to grow
• Shrimp-safe, fry-safe, and beginner-approved
• Trusted by thousands of dirted tank aquarists
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Unit price per🌿 Duckweed – Fast-Growing Surface Cover for Natural Aquariums
Duckweed (Lemna minor) is a tiny, floating plant that brings big benefits to low-tech aquariums. Loved for its ability to absorb excess nutrients and provide gentle shade, this fast-growing floater is a favorite for shrimp tanks, bettas, fry grow-outs, and naturally balanced dirted systems.
Grown without CO₂ or chemicals, our Duckweed is clean, healthy, and ready to float — no planting required.
⚡ Quick Highlights:
⭐ Great for nitrate control and algae prevention
⭐ Shrimp-safe, betta-friendly, and fry-protective
⭐ Zero CO₂, ferts, or special lighting required
💚 Why Choose Duckweed?
✅ Algae-Fighting Power – Outcompetes nuisance algae by absorbing nutrients
✅ Shrimp & Fry Safe – Creates a soft canopy with natural grazing surfaces
✅ Fast Growing – Multiplies quickly in still or low-flow water
✅ Grown Naturally – No chemicals or synthetic boosters
✅ Great for All Tank Sizes – From nano tanks to ponds
🪴 Plant Care Tips:
Lighting: Low to moderate
Flow: Best in still or gentle current tanks
CO₂: Not needed
Placement: Floating only
Maintenance: Scoop excess with net as it multiplies
🌿 Father Fish Tip:
“Duckweed is nature’s filter. Keep your tank topped with green, and the rest will stay in balance.”
🛒 Why Buy from Us:
• Naturally grown — no pesticides or hydroponics
• Ships fresh and clean, ready to float
• Excellent for ecosystem stability and oxygenation
• Trusted by natural aquarists nationwide
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Unit price per🌿 Guppy Grass – Hardy Floating Plant for Fry, Shrimp & Natural Tanks
Guppy Grass (Najas guadalupensis) is one of the best all-around floating or loosely rooted plants for natural aquariums. Known for its bushy, fast-growing stems and delicate texture, this plant is a favorite for breeding tanks, fry grow-outs, and shrimp setups. It thrives in low-tech, dirted systems with no need for CO₂ or fertilizers.
Naturally grown in chemical-free conditions, Guppy Grass pulls waste from the water column, oxygenates the tank, and offers excellent cover for tiny tankmates.
⚡ Quick Highlights:
⭐ Fast-growing floater or loose background plant
⭐ No CO₂, no ferts — grows with just light and water
⭐ Perfect for fry, shrimp, and nano tanks
💚 Why Choose Guppy Grass?
✅ Top Choice for Breeders – Provides dense shelter and microfauna support
✅ Flexible Use – Float it or let it sink and grow rooted-like
✅ Easy to Propagate – Trim and replant cuttings freely
✅ Shrimp & Fry Safe – Offers food, cover, and oxygenation
✅ Grown Naturally – No hydroponics, chemicals, or pesticides
🪴 Plant Care Tips:
Lighting: Low to moderate
Substrate: Not needed (can be floated or lightly anchored)
CO₂: Not required
Placement: Floating or loose background stem
Tank Size: Excellent for nano tanks to 55+ gallon setups
🌿 Father Fish Tip:
“Guppy Grass is the unsung hero of the fry tank. No roots, no tricks — just float it and let it do its job.”
🛒 Why Buy from Us:
• Naturally grown in organic soil systems
• Ships fresh, safe, and shrimp-friendly
• Great for breeders, community tanks, and natural setups
• Trusted by Father Fish followers for over a decade
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Unit price per🌿 Red Root Floaters – Colorful Floating Plant for Natural Aquariums
Red Root Floaters (Phyllanthus fluitans) are a beautiful, easy-care floating plant that brings natural shade and vibrant contrast to your aquarium. Known for their deep red roots and sometimes reddish leaves under strong light, these floaters are ideal for shrimp tanks, betta tanks, and dirted aquariums using the Father Fish method.
Grown 100% naturally — without CO₂, liquid ferts, or synthetic additives — these floaters help reduce nitrates, control algae, and create a peaceful, jungle-like surface canopy.
⚡ Quick Highlights:
⭐ Naturally vibrant red roots under strong lighting
⭐ Grown with no CO₂, no chemicals, and no ferts
⭐ Helps balance ecosystems and reduce algae naturally
💚 Why Choose Red Root Floaters?
✅ Visually Stunning – Red roots and lush green leaves add surface drama
✅ Natural Algae Fighter – Absorbs excess nutrients and shades the tank
✅ Shrimp & Fry Friendly – Provides cover and surface biofilm
✅ Easy to Maintain – Multiples quickly, trim with net as needed
✅ Grown in Soil, Not Chemicals – 100% Father Fish approved
🪴 Plant Care Tips:
Lighting: Moderate to high (brings out red coloration)
Flow: Prefers still or gentle surface movement
CO₂: Not needed
Placement: Floats freely at the surface
Tank Size: Works well in nano, 10-gallon, and larger aquariums
🌿 Father Fish Tip:
“These floaters don’t just look good — they do good. The roots pull waste, the leaves shade out algae, and the fish love the shelter.”
🛒 Why Buy from Us:
• No pesticides, CO₂, or chemical boosters
• Grown in natural soil for true aquarium health
• Ships fresh and ready to float
• Trusted by low-tech aquarists and Father Fish followers
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Unit price per🌿 Salvinia – Floating Plant for Shrimp, Bettas, and Balanced Tanks
Salvinia (Salvinia minima) is a compact floating plant with velvety, water-repellent leaves and trailing roots that make it ideal for natural aquariums. Perfect for shrimp tanks, betta tanks, and low-tech planted setups, this fast-spreading floater provides shade, nutrient control, and surface cover — without CO₂, chemicals, or fertilizer.
Naturally grown and pesticide-free, Salvinia thrives in tanks that follow the Father Fish method and helps reduce algae by absorbing excess nutrients.
⚡ Quick Highlights:
⭐ Soft, floating leaves with trailing root clusters
⭐ No CO₂ or ferts — grown 100% naturally
⭐ Great for shrimp, fry, bettas, and nano tanks
💚 Why Choose Salvinia?
✅ Fast Surface Spread – Covers the tank top quickly to reduce algae
✅ Perfect for Shrimp & Fry – Roots offer shelter and natural biofilm zones
✅ Shade Provider – Helps cool water and soften lighting in nano tanks
✅ Grown Without Chemicals – Safe for all inverts and natural systems
✅ Easy to Manage – Skim to control growth as needed
🪴 Plant Care Tips:
Lighting: Low to moderate
Flow: Still to gentle surface movement preferred
CO₂: Not required
Placement: Floats freely — no planting
Tank Size: Works great in 5 to 55 gallons
🌿 Father Fish Tip:
“Salvinia is nature’s shade cloth. It keeps your light filtered, your nutrients under control, and your tank naturally balanced.”
🛒 Why Buy from Us:
• Grown naturally in chemical-free conditions
• Shipped fresh, clean, and ready to float
• Safe for shrimp, fry, bettas, and all freshwater fish
• Trusted by low-tech aquarists and Father Fish fans
$6.95
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Unit price per🌿 Water Lettuce – Large Floating Plant for Shade, Filtration, and Fry Cover
Water Lettuce (Pistia stratiotes) is a bold, rosette-style floating plant that adds natural beauty and powerful nutrient absorption to your aquarium. With wide, velvety leaves and long, trailing roots, Water Lettuce offers exceptional surface coverage, shade for fish, and shelter for shrimp and fry.
Naturally grown without CO₂, chemical fertilizers, or pesticides, it’s ideal for low-tech tanks, dirted aquariums, and outdoor ponds alike.
⚡ Quick Highlights:
⭐ Large, soft rosettes for maximum shade
⭐ Long roots help oxygenate and filter the water
⭐ No CO₂, no ferts — just float and grow
💚 Why Choose Water Lettuce?
✅ Natural Algae Control – Blocks excess light and absorbs nutrients
✅ Shrimp & Fry Shelter – Deep root systems offer hiding places and grazing zones
✅ Perfect for Dirted Tanks & Ponds – Grows rapidly in warm, still water
✅ Zero Additives – Safe for snails, shrimp, fish, and inverts
✅ Easy Maintenance – Remove excess to control coverage
🪴 Plant Care Tips:
Lighting: Moderate to high for best growth
Flow: Still to very gentle surface current
CO₂: Not needed
Placement: Floating only
Tank Size: Best for 10 gallons and larger; also great in ponds
🌿 Father Fish Tip:
“These floaters aren’t just pretty — they’re powerhouses. Water Lettuce pulls waste, cools water, and shelters life at the surface.”
🛒 Why Buy from Us:
• Grown in real, chemical-free soil systems
• Ships fresh, pest-free, and ready to float
• Supports a thriving natural ecosystem from the top down
• Trusted by Father Fish aquarists across the country
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Unit price per🌿 Riccia (Riccia fluitans) – Versatile Floating Moss for Natural Aquariums
Riccia fluitans, also known as floating crystalwort, is a unique moss-like plant that can float freely, be tied to hardscape, or form lush underwater carpets in low-tech tanks. This plant is beloved by shrimp breeders and natural aquascapers for its versatility, delicate beauty, and fast growth without any need for CO₂ or fertilizer.
Grown naturally in soil-based systems with no chemicals, Riccia thrives in tanks that follow the Father Fish method — making it a great fit for dirted, shrimp, or fry-focused setups.
⚡ Quick Highlights:
⭐ Float it or anchor it — multiple aquascaping options
⭐ Naturally grown without CO₂ or synthetic ferts
⭐ Excellent biofilm base for shrimp and fry
💚 Why Choose Riccia?
✅ Flexible Use – Float it freely or tie it down for lush mats
✅ Great for Shrimp & Fry – Encourages microfauna and grazing
✅ Fast Spreader – Grows quickly with light and low flow
✅ No Special Requirements – Perfect for nano and low-tech tanks
✅ Chemical-Free – Grown without pesticides or growth enhancers
🪴 Plant Care Tips:
Lighting: Moderate for best growth and compact form
Flow: Low surface movement preferred
Placement: Float, tie to rocks/wood, or weight down gently
CO₂: Not needed
Tank Size: Suitable for nano tanks and up
🌿 Father Fish Tip:
“Riccia is your shrimp’s buffet. Let it float or fix it to the scape — either way, it becomes a thriving base for micro-life.”
🛒 Why Buy from Us:
• Grown in organic systems without synthetic additives
• Ships fresh, clean, and ready for planting or floating
• Perfect for natural-style shrimp tanks and planted layouts
• Used and trusted by Father Fish aquarists nationwide
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All plants you purchase from Father Fish are grown without the use of chemical fertilizer or Co2 injections. This provides the perfect plants for growing in your Father Fish Aquarium.
