Dragon’s Tongue “Flame” (Hemigraphis repanda)
The Dragon’s Tongue “Flame” (Hemigraphis repanda), also known as the Flame Plant, is a striking and colorful aquatic plant that is perfect for adding vibrancy to any aquarium. This small-sized plant (5-8 inches) features narrow, fiery-red leaves with orange hues, making it an eye-catching focal point in your aquatic setup. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced aquarist, the Dragon’s Tongue offers easy maintenance and thrives in various water conditions, adding a bold splash of color and texture to your aquarium.
BENEFITS
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Aesthetic Appeal: The fiery-colored leaves create a stunning focal point or backdrop, adding dynamic color to your aquarium.
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Low Maintenance: A hardy plant that adapts well to various water conditions, making it perfect for both novice and experienced aquarists.
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Easy Propagation: This plant is easy to propagate by cutting and replanting, allowing you to grow more with minimal effort.
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Aquarium Health: Helps maintain healthy water quality by absorbing excess nutrients and providing oxygen to the tank.
CARE GUIDE
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Lighting: Prefers moderate to high lighting. Avoid low light conditions as it can slow growth and reduce vibrant colors.
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Water Conditions: Thrives in warm water (70°F - 82°F), with a neutral to slightly acidic pH (6.0 - 7.5). It is suitable for most aquarium setups.
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Substrate: Prefers a nutrient-rich substrate for optimal growth. Use soil or nutrient-dense substrates to encourage vibrant color.
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CO2 Supplementation: While not required, CO2 supplementation enhances growth and foliage coloration.
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Watering: Ensure consistent water levels. Perform regular water changes (10-15% per week) to maintain clean conditions for healthy growth.
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Propagation: Easily propagated by cutting and replanting the stems. Simply trim the stems, place them in nutrient-rich substrate, and watch them grow.
Why Choose Dragon’s Tongue?
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Striking Visual Appeal: The vibrant, flame-colored foliage creates an extraordinary contrast in any aquarium.
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Versatility: Perfect as a background or centerpiece plant, complementing other aquatic plants beautifully.
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Easy Maintenance: Adapts well to a variety of water conditions and is low-maintenance, making it ideal for both beginners and advanced hobbyists.
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Fast Growth: With the right environment, it grows quickly and fills your aquarium with lush greenery and color.
FEATURES
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Small Size: Grows to a compact height of 5-8 inches, making it suitable for aquariums of all sizes.
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Colorful Foliage: Features fiery red to orange leaves that add a unique and vibrant touch to any aquatic setup.
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Hardy and Adaptable: Thrives in a variety of water conditions, making it ideal for most aquariums.
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Easy to Propagate: Quickly reproduce this plant by cutting and replanting stems for more vibrant plants in your tank.
At Canton Aquatics LLC, we take great pride in providing high-quality live aquarium plants to our customers. We understand the complexities involved in shipping live plants and are committed to ensuring they arrive at your doorstep in excellent condition.
Shipping Process:
- All live plants are shipped using USPS Standard and Priority Mail to provide the fastest and most reliable service.
- Plants are typically shipped Monday - Friday to avoid weekend delays.
- Each plant is carefully packaged in sealed plastic bags to hold in moisture during the shipping process.
DOA (Dead on Arrival) Policy:
- If you receive plants that are dead on arrival, please contact us within 2 hours of delivery with clear photographic evidence.
- Upon receipt of the photos, we will assess the situation. If the plants are determined to be DOA, we will replace or provide refund.
- For a valid DOA claim, replacements or refunds will be processed within 2 business days after the claim is approved.
- Please keep in mind that all plants require sun light to live therefore your plants may arrive slightly yellow. Please float your plants at the top of your tank near the light for 3 days if applicable. They will enjoy this new added light intensity to help them recover.
Limitations and Responsibilities:
- The DOA policy is only applicable if the first delivery attempt is made within the shipping duration specified at the time of purchase.
- Delays due to incorrect shipping information provided by the customer or missed deliveries will void the DOA guarantee.
- Extreme weather conditions can impact the health of the plants in transit. We recommend checking the weather forecasts and choosing a shipping window accordingly.
- It is the responsibility of the customer to acclimate the plants to their new environment according to best practices. Our DOA policy does not cover plants that perish due to improper acclimation.
Cancellation and Changes:
- Orders can only be cancelled or changed before they are shipped. Once the order is in transit, we cannot accept cancellations or changes.
Customer Support:
- If you have any questions or concerns regarding our shipping policy or the condition of your plants upon arrival, please contact our customer support team at [Contact Information].
By placing an order with Canton Aquatics LLC, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this shipping policy.
Please be sure to check the regulations in your state regarding restricted plants. Our policy is to avoid shipping any plants that are prohibited in your area to ensure compliance and environmental safety. It's important not to introduce plants into the wild or waterways, as this could disrupt local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.
We appreciate your efforts in helping to protect the environment. For the latest updates, you can consult the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.
Thank you for your dedication to preserving our natural habitats.