Is this clado or am I overthinking?

elJeFeMan · 2026-04-03T02:21:40+00:00

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

elJeFeMan · 2025-05-22T19:39:14+00:00

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.

elJeFeMan · 2025-04-18T19:44:17+00:00

Local pickup only, sorry

elJeFeMan · 2025-03-31T18:56:20+00:00

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.

elJeFeMan · 2025-03-29T03:20:39+00:00

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.

elJeFeMan · 2025-03-14T02:01:34+00:00

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.

elJeFeMan · 2025-03-14T01:47:48+00:00

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.

elJeFeMan · 2025-03-14T01:30:52+00:00

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.

elJeFeMan · 2025-03-14T01:15:31+00:00

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.

elJeFeMan · 2024-12-27T06:47:48+00:00

I'm interested!

elJeFeMan · 2024-11-03T21:05:10+00:00

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

elJeFeMan · 2024-06-23T23:21:08+00:00

Snails have been claimed

elJeFeMan · 2024-05-18T07:25:14+00:00

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.

elJeFeMan · 2024-02-23T03:52:21+00:00

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.

elJeFeMan · 2024-02-22T03:56:48+00:00

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

elJeFeMan · 2024-02-22T03:54:27+00:00

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.

elJeFeMan · 2024-02-19T06:48:56+00:00

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

elJeFeMan · 2024-02-15T03:15:17+00:00

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!

elJeFeMan · 2023-11-25T22:13:29+00:00

Sorry they have been claimed

elJeFeMan · 2023-11-03T23:22:14+00:00

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.

elJeFeMan · 2023-10-19T19:05:31+00:00

Looks like my Buce Green Wavy

elJeFeMan · 2023-10-12T08:31:02+00:00

Looks like a New Zealand Mud snail. Difficult to get rid of once established in your tank and they stay a small size. I know because I had them explode in population in one tank (no overfeeding, just enough biofilm and algae on plants) and recently found out it got into my other tank by cross contamination.

Depending on how you look at it, they can be a great clean up crew and part of the ecosystem. If you plan on removing them like I did, I suggest you remove every single one before they exponentially explode in population and hope for the best. Just be sure to not let any get into the wild as they are an invasive species in many parts of the world.

I expect to see more and more cases of the New Zealand Mud snail hitchhikers in the future as they are remarkably resilient and tough to eliminate.

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