Types of Stem Plants such as Hygrophila that are too high should be pruned with sharp scissors. After pruning the plant will grow 2 or 3 new branches in these pieces. If it is done continuously then the plants will be lush.
The Riccia types, if the growth of Riccia is excessive then the leaves at the bottom will have a light deprivation and decay. As a result the Riccia will regardless of the bond and floating at the water surface. Therefore, the pruning of this aquarium plants should be done regularly for all the parts get enough light.
Types of Anubias have a slowly growth and practically will not change the original plants layout. Because of the slow growth then the Anubias type was easily attacked by moss and algae problems. If the Blue Algae or the type of Red Algae such as Beard Algae seemed to grow, the leaves of Anubias sometimes forced to be cut and the new leaves will grow back.
The type of exotic water plant aquarium such as Anubias plants native from Cameroon, West Africa. This plant is easily found in forest areas or along rivers. In its habitat, Anubias are amphibious plants that grow well in high humidity.
Types of Nymphaea lotus have a wide leaves and can grow to the surface of the water. If this resulted in other plants (which is below) the lack of light, cut the stem before reaching the water surface, and new leaves will grow back. The Nymphaea plant species require a strong light intensity and enough fertilizer in the sand media.
The Fern types such as Microsorium and Bolbitis, if it is compatible with the environmental conditions they will grow rapidly and change the original plant layout and composition. The leaves of this plant can be rejuvenated when it is too big or old.
Like land plants, aquarium plants need to be pruned and thinned on a regular basis. The aquarium plants that grow healthy and fertile in the aquarium if allowed to continue over time will make the aquarium cramped, so it looks less tidy.
