Please help ID

dw1305

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Hi all,
Plant in the first photo with the purple leaves is Hemigraphis, and it isn't an aquatic.

It really p*sses me off that retailers can get away with selling these.

cheers Darrel
 
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dw1305

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Hi all,
So does that mean take it out?
Yes take it out, it won't grow, and as it starts to decay it will reduce water quality, rather than improve it.
purple waffle
I believe that is the name that Hemigraphis is sold under.
Or just ranting away
It is a rant, but there is a serious point. Have a look here: <21 plants to avoid in the aquarium>

Actively growing plants are the single factor that has the most effect on water quality. Plants are a "win, win" situation, as long as they are growing.

There are plenty of plants that will grow in nearly every tank, so why is it acceptable to sell ordinary plants as aquarium plants? it certainly shouldn't be.

cheers Darrel
 
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