Above: a System Shock from an unexpected drop in CO2 triggered plant melt (above- bottom right) and BBA to spawn on the Alternanthera reineckii. In the picture below, we see the leaves of Samolus parviflorus red– and other plants- suddenly carpeted by fine hair algae- the classic symptom of what we call a ‘system shock’. This happens […]
Dosing regime in a newly setup planted tank 1. Add Kalrich (Potassium) everyday to restore the potassium. 2. For the first week there is no need of Macro elements.. 3. Dose Micro fertilizer twice a week. 4. Add PGR-1 & 2 on 3 days of interval (not simultaneously) 5. Waterchange recommend twice a week, to […]
Basic understanding about Ammonia In aquatic environment Ammonia is present in the form of Ammonium which predominates over nitrate in an acidic environment, and there is always a chance that nitrates will be converted to ammonium. Plants can absorb both forms of nitrogen. Regulation of ammonia in a planted tank Any alkaline species would do […]
Tips to resolve the Phosphate deficiency 1) Good ferts with available Phosphates 2) Look for the early deficiency signs(comes with practice and routine observation) 3) Observe the difference between healthy and affected plants 4) Do not add Phosphates with Calcium supplements simultaneously 5) Maintain Optimum pH level 5.5-7.O 6) Optimum Phosphate level 0.5-1.5 ppm 7) […]
Symptoms of Phosphate PO3 deficiency in Planted Aquarium 1) Older leaves are affected first and may acquire a dark discoloration. 2) Stem as well as leaves get darker discoloration 3) Missing uniformity 4) poor root development 5) bitten appearance in case of bucephalandra 6) Naked stems 7) GSA (Green Spot Algae) appearance on layout materials […]
Factors which affects the phosphate (PO3) absorption in a planted tank 1) Ignorance and fear of getting algae 2) pH above 7 3) high silicates, GH & KH 4) Hardwater with high Ca (High Calcium) 5) Fe excess (excess iron) 6) Temperature below 15°C 7) Fertilizer with low PO3 content