Description
A classic beginner background plant with narrow leaves arranged in whorls around the stem. Egeria Densa (Anacharis) grows fast, competes well against algae for nutrients, and is especially popular in cooler or unheated setups such as goldfish tanks.
What you get: one bunch of about 5–7 stems, similar to the photo.
Care at a glance
- Light: medium to high
- CO₂: not required
- Temperature: 18–26°C — tolerates cooler, unheated tanks well
- Placement: background, plant in substrate or leave loose/floating
- Fast growing — trim regularly to keep it bushy
Available on pre-order, with dispatch and tracking details sent by email.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Egeria densa (Anacharis) good for an aquarium?
Yes. Egeria densa, also sold as Anacharis, is one of the easiest background plants for a beginner tank. It needs medium to high light but no CO₂, and grows planted or floating. It suits goldfish, guppy, shrimp and snail tanks. It does best at 18–26°C and can thin out if the water stays above about 28°C for weeks in summer.
Is it suitable for a goldfish or unheated tank?
Yes — Egeria Densa is one of the best plants for cooler, unheated aquariums and is commonly used in goldfish tanks. Goldfish often nibble the soft tips, so start with a few extra stems.
Do I need to plant it in substrate?
It roots easily in substrate but also grows fine left loose or floating, making it very forgiving.
Does it help with algae?
Its fast growth makes it a strong nutrient competitor, which can help starve out algae over time.
Is Anacharis a fast growing plant?
Yes, very fast. In good light a healthy stem can add several centimetres a week, and it soon reaches the surface in most tanks. Trim the tops every week or two and replant the cuttings to keep it bushy. In low light it slows down and gets leggy. Never throw trimmings into drains, ponds or lakes, as it spreads easily.
Does Anacharis clean water?
Yes, to a point. As it grows, Anacharis takes up ammonia, nitrate and phosphate from the water, and it adds oxygen while the lights are on. That leaves less food for algae. It does not remove solid waste or debris, so keep your filter and weekly water changes. See which aquarium plants lower ammonia and nitrate.
When will my pre-order ship?
Hand-packed and sent by courier anywhere in India for a flat ₹99, free on orders of ₹999 or more. Pre-order items like this one ship about 15 days after you order. If it arrives dead, send one continuous unboxing video within 4 hours of delivery on WhatsApp (+91 81416 96983) or email (buyanubias@gmail.com) and we refund or replace it.
Learn more in our Egeria densa care guide.
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