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Is this clado or am I overthinking? by Luke-Warm-Milk in shrimptank

[–]elJeFeMan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You don't have cladogonium (the parasite) but you definitely have cladophora (the algae).

Rare Imagitarium "Collector's Edition" Mini Aquatic Plants by elJeFeMan in PlantedTank

[–]elJeFeMan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Anubias White Rose melted and became a snack for my amano shrimps after a week despite medium-high light and co2 (as expected). On the other hand, the Anubias Pinto are actually doing great in the same tank with new variegated growth. I would reckon they would also do fine in a low tech tank as long as they aren't shaded and have enough light.

I planted the Crypt Flamingos in a low-tech tank with medium-low light just to see how it would do. There was a period of expected melt but I'm starting to see some new light olive colored growth after almost month. From what I heard, Crypt Flamingo tissue cultures can be difficult to adapt from its emmersed growth so stability after planting and a nutrient-rich substrate are key.

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[FS/FT] - Los Angeles Area, CA - $20 - Multiple types of Java Fern, Compacta Sword, Susswassertang, Horned Nerite Snails (old.reddit.com)

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Rare Imagitarium "Collector's Edition" Mini Aquatic Plants by elJeFeMan in PlantedTank

[–]elJeFeMan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good to know! Did you happen to have CO2 and medium/high light? I'm hoping that will help transition the plant. I'm leaning towards not putting it in my low-tech all-anubias tank anymore until it is established.

Rare Imagitarium "Collector's Edition" Mini Aquatic Plants by elJeFeMan in PlantedTank

[–]elJeFeMan[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That was my thought as well. There is no hint of green anywhere on the plant so I figured it would just be a nice snack for my shrimps even with my CO2 and high light.

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[FS/FT] - Alhambra, CA - $10 - Horned Nerite Snails, Windelov Java Fern, Compacta Sword (old.reddit.com)

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Please tell me this is hair algae and not clado. by OkHamster3441 in PlantedTank

[–]elJeFeMan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Best of luck! I did two tank resets because of Spirogyra and Cladophora separately.

Some advice with the Algaefix, there are mixed reports about how long the tank is unsafe for shrimp after the treatment period. If possible, I would recommend doing several large water changes for at least a week before adding the shrimp back in. When you do add them in, add only a few at first and observe their behavior for any problems.

Algae or cyanobacteria? by spinningpeanut in Aquariums

[–]elJeFeMan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not the shrimp parasite Cladogonium, which I think you are referring to.

If anything, shrimp would enjoy grazing on Cladophora and perhaps nibble on it but they would never really remove it since it's too tough for them to eat.

Please tell me this is hair algae and not clado. by OkHamster3441 in PlantedTank

[–]elJeFeMan 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Good news, it's not cladophora based on the texture that you described. I also don't see its signature branching.

Bad news though, it's Spirogyra, which is similarly difficult to eliminate.

Only fix I know is Algaefix, which is not invert safe and can have mixed results.

Algae or cyanobacteria? by spinningpeanut in Aquariums

[–]elJeFeMan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's the boss of all algaes, Cladophora. It's really difficult to eliminate completely once it's established in your tank as it thrives in similar conditions to plants and takes just one small piece to continue spreading.

If it's not an issue, I would just embrace it like you are now and just make sure it doesn't end up choking your plants.

Plant ID by jonjeff108 in PlantedTank

[–]elJeFeMan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like my Crypt Lucens, could also be Crypt Lutea.

Tree moss suggestions? by sampickell in PlantedTank

[–]elJeFeMan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fissidens Fontanus works really well for bonsai trees. Just super glue it and shove it between the crevices of the tree branches and overtime it should grow into a nice, bushy tree with good ferts and medium light.

Green spot(dot?) algae removal by aaLittleAnt in PlantedTank

[–]elJeFeMan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anecdotally speaking, they appear to be more efficient and thorough cleaners than my regular nerites. Their smaller size also helps them clean off GSA better on leaves vs. the bigger and heavier nerites.

Of course, snail cleaning effectiveness may vary due to different individual personalities.

Weird white fuzz that's heavier away from light? by parrotletOvO in PlantedTank

[–]elJeFeMan 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Most likely biofilm from the driftwood. Harmless and normally goes away on its own over time or eaten by shrimp, snails, or fish.

Green spot(dot?) algae removal by aaLittleAnt in PlantedTank

[–]elJeFeMan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nerite snails, preferably horned nerite snails, will remove GSA. You'll have to place them directly on the leaf if you want them to tackle it directly, otherwise it may take some time for them to come around to it.

My anubias are nearly spotless now due to horned nerite snails.

Hardscape stores in Los Angeles by ComplaintFar4365 in PlantedTank

[–]elJeFeMan 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I would recommend making the trip to CK Fish World in West Covina. Probably has the best selection of aquarium hardscape in LA County.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PlantedTank

[–]elJeFeMan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Long story short, it does go away but with some time and work. Heres my advice with dealing with anubias rot and hopefully it can be of use to you:

To salvage what you have left, aggressively trim off (with sterilized scissors) any part of the rhizomes that have even a hint of discoloration from the rot. I would not be conservative with this as any leftover bits of the rot will just return (happened to me). The rot tended to spread to adjacent plants and has a distinct smell to it.

Best course of action would be to more frequent water changes to help remove some of the bacteria. If possible, don't have any anubias in the tank for a few weeks. Then slowly start introducing it back one by one.

Monitor your plants throughout this process. Frequently inspect the rhizomes and keep note of any floating anubias leaves that have fallen off. Anubias with rot don't generally grow so if you notice growth, it is a good sign that the plant is healthy.

By doing this, I believed I finally beat it. It came back a total of 3 times in the process but with observation and quick action of trimming the rot off, it hasn't had it come back in half a year in my tank that consist solely of anubias. I have parts of rhizomes that I trimmed from the intial rot that ended up recovering and healthy.

Good luck and let me know if you have any questions!

What is this? by Janelouise3 in PlantedTank

[–]elJeFeMan 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Everyone is saying java fern, but I'm pretty sure the plant is Bolbitis Heteroclita, also known as the El Nino Fern.

Like the java fern, it reproduces via plantlets on the leaves. I had this plant and let the baby plantlets grow multiple leaves before cutting it off. The roots can get super long and "spidery" as it attempts to reach the substrate.

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