{"product_id":"floating-bamboo-hygroryza-aristata","title":"Hygroryza aristata \"Floating Bamboo\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHygroryza aristata (Floating Bamboo)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a rare and visually striking floating aquatic grass native to tropical Asia. With its distinctive bamboo-like jointed stems, soft feathery roots, and broad, silvery-green leaves, it brings an exotic, natural character to the water's surface that few other floating plants can match. An excellent choice for open-top aquariums, outdoor ponds, and paludariums, Floating Bamboo provides natural surface cover, nutrient export, and a stunning aesthetic focal point all in one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePortion Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 stem cutting (approx. 10–15 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive bamboo-like jointed stems create a truly unique surface display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad, silvery-green leaves with a subtle iridescent sheen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense, feathery root systems provide excellent refuge for fry and shrimp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbsorbs excess nutrients, helping to reduce algae and improve water quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrives in still to slow-moving water — ideal for aquariums, ponds, and paludariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing and easy to propagate by stem division\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to High\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–30°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquascaping Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHygroryza aristata is best suited to open-top aquariums, outdoor ponds, and paludarium setups where it can spread freely across the water surface. Its trailing roots create a natural canopy effect that diffuses light, reduces surface agitation, and provides shelter for fish, shrimp, and fry. Use it as a statement surface plant in biotope-style displays or as a functional nutrient exporter in heavily stocked tanks. It pairs beautifully with other tropical floating species and emergent plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFloating Bamboo grows fastest under strong natural or artificial light with access to humid air above the waterline. In enclosed aquariums, ensure adequate surface clearance and airflow to prevent stem rot. Trim regularly to prevent it from shading out submerged plants, and propagate by simply separating stem sections at the nodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a living plant, Hygroryza aristata requires separate handling and shipping considerations. Please review our shipping policy for plant-specific delivery information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"School Of Scape","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53806215921978,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/1003\/5770\/files\/320b6a08-1abf-465b-ab2f-af26664d24e7.png?v=1785223931","url":"https:\/\/schoolofscape.com.au\/products\/floating-bamboo-hygroryza-aristata","provider":"School Of Scape","version":"1.0","type":"link"}