Aquariums are often looked at as decorative pieces in homes. However, the fishes and other creatures in the tank too need some beautification. These could be in terms of lights or even plants. All ...

A home aquarium becomes more than just a fish tank when it’s alive with vibrant greenery. Aquatic plants not only make your aquarium look stunning but also play an essential role in maintaining water ...

Hornworts are a little-studied, ancient group of plants with some very unique biology, including their methods of securing carbon and nitrogen. Unlocking these secrets may help researchers boost ...

Industrialization developments decimated the population of “marimo” algae balls, a government-designated “special natural monument,” in Lake Akanko in Hokkaido by about 75 years ago, a research team ...

Researchers at the HUN-REN Centre for Ecological Research developed easy, non-damaging methods to measure the surface area of a common aquatic plant, Ceratophyllum demersum Their key finding is that ...

Lake Rotoehu in New Zealand is undergoing an unusual treatment for invasive waterweeds: periodic mowing, according to the Bay of Plenty Regional Council. In the case of Lake Rotoehu, the problem is ...

With garden ponds getting warmer, aquatic plants are growing vigorously but it's key that you have a good combination to keep the pond healthy. Oxygenators, such as hornwort and the water buttercup, ...

Hornwort does not root itself into sediment and reproduces quickly, so once it's found in waterways, it can be difficult to control. Photo / Trevor James The Canterbury regional council is on the ...

The Canterbury regional council is on the lookout for a pesky freshwater weed that was eradicated from the South Island more than a decade ago, after it was discovered being sold online from ...

Gardeners are being encouraged to take one crucial step with their ponds this week to avoid future problems. With the evenings getting lighter and the weather warming up, it's an ideal time to tend to ...