Best plants for a Discus Tank

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  1. Davidcti

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    Hi Guy's,

    Please could some one let me know what are the best plants to have in a discus tank, i'm looking for plants that dont require lots of light and do well in a discus only tank,


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    David
     
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  3. Zafgak

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    One plant you can use is Giant Vallis
     
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    Davidcti

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    where could i get some in the JHB area, The LFS suck when it comes to plants
     
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    Try Westgate Pet Hyper, they have stock
     
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    You can go for anubias, ferns & certain crypts....they don't really need that much light to thrive and grow.

    Chiao
    D
     
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    Planted Discus Aquarium

    Arguably one of the most experienced planted discus aquarist:
    <http://aquaticconcepts.thekrib.com/Articles/PAM_Discus.htm>
    The article contains a list of suitable species.
     
    Fanie Jordaan, Aug 9, 2009
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