Elodea Supreme Live Aquarium Plant – 5 Bunch Pack

Elodea Supreme (Egeria densa) is a hardy, fast-growing freshwater aquarium plant with attractive green foliage that adds natural cover and colour to your fish tank. Its long, leafy stems make it an excellent choice for background planting, goldfish aquariums and beginner planted tanks.

This convenient 5 bunch pack is ideal for fishkeepers wanting to establish a fuller planted display, fill larger background areas or add additional natural shelter for fish and shrimp. Elodea Supreme is easy to maintain, grows without CO2 injection and can be planted in aquarium substrate or left floating.

Why Choose Elodea Supreme?

• Value 5 Bunch Pack: Ideal for planting larger sections of your aquarium or creating a fuller background display.
• Easy to Grow: A hardy, beginner-friendly plant suitable for low-tech freshwater aquariums.
• Fast-Growing Foliage: Produces attractive green stems that quickly add natural cover.
• Natural Nutrient Absorption: Uses dissolved nutrients, including nitrogen compounds, to support healthy growth.
• Great for Goldfish: Suitable for cooler goldfish aquariums and provides natural plant material for grazing.
• Natural Shelter: Dense foliage offers hiding places for small fish, shrimp and fry.
• Flexible Planting: Can be planted in substrate or grown floating in the aquarium.
• No CO2 Injection Required: Grows under suitable aquarium lighting without additional CO2 equipment.

Elodea Supreme – Quick Care Guide

• Scientific Name: Egeria densa
• Common Names: Elodea Supreme, Anacharis, Brazilian Waterweed
• Care Level: Easy – Beginner Friendly
• Lighting: Low to Moderate; moderate preferred
• Temperature: 15–26°C, with cooler conditions preferred
• pH Range: 6.0–8.0
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Placement: Midground, Background or Floating
• Height: Can exceed 100cm if left untrimmed
• CO2 Requirements: Not Required
• Propagation: Stem Cuttings
• Quantity Supplied: 5 Bunches

Planting and Caring for Elodea Supreme

Elodea Supreme is an easy aquarium plant to establish, making it an excellent choice for beginners and experienced fishkeepers alike.

To create a natural planted background, carefully remove any bunch weights or packaging and separate the individual stems. Plant the stems a few centimetres apart in your aquarium substrate, allowing room for light and water to circulate between the plants.

With five bunches supplied, you can create a fuller planted area or distribute the stems throughout your aquarium to provide additional greenery and shelter.

Elodea can also be left floating in the water column, making it suitable for aquariums without substrate or for fishkeepers wanting extra surface cover.

Low to moderate lighting is suitable, although moderate lighting generally encourages healthier, denser growth. Elodea does not require injected CO2 or specialised substrate, but a balanced supply of nutrients will help maintain healthy foliage.

Regular trimming helps control its fast growth. Healthy stem cuttings can be replanted to expand your planted display.

Temperature Tip: Elodea performs particularly well in cooler freshwater aquariums. Prolonged exposure to high tropical temperatures may cause weaker growth or deterioration.

Ideal for Goldfish and Freshwater Community Aquariums

Elodea Supreme is a practical choice for goldfish aquariums because it tolerates cooler water conditions and produces leafy stems that goldfish may naturally graze on.

The 5 bunch pack provides a generous amount of plant material, making it particularly useful for larger goldfish tanks where fish may regularly nibble or uproot live plants.

Elodea is also suitable for many freshwater community aquariums, guppy tanks and shrimp setups. Its dense foliage offers shelter for smaller fish and fry while creating a more natural aquarium environment.

Keep in mind that goldfish and other plant-eating species may consume the foliage faster than it grows.

Does Elodea Help Improve Aquarium Water Quality?

Like other healthy live aquarium plants, Elodea absorbs dissolved nutrients as it grows. Its relatively fast growth allows it to utilise nitrogen compounds and other nutrients that may otherwise contribute to excess algae growth.

Elodea also releases oxygen during photosynthesis when sufficient light is available. Although beneficial to planted aquariums, live plants do not replace proper filtration, aeration or regular water changes.

Explore More Live Aquarium Plants

Looking to create a healthy, attractive planted aquarium? Browse our complete range of live aquarium plants, including beginner-friendly varieties and plants suitable for community aquariums.

For practical advice on choosing suitable plants, read our Aquarium Plants for Fish Tanks Guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bunches of Elodea Supreme are included?

This product includes five individual bunches of live Elodea Supreme. Each bunch contains multiple stems, with the exact number and appearance varying naturally.

Is Elodea Supreme suitable for beginners?

Yes. Elodea Supreme is a hardy, easy-care freshwater aquarium plant that grows without specialist equipment or injected CO2. It is particularly suitable for beginners and low-tech planted aquariums.

Can Elodea Supreme grow without being planted?

Yes. Elodea can grow floating freely in aquarium water or planted in the substrate. Floating stems continue absorbing nutrients and growing under suitable conditions.

Is Elodea Supreme suitable for goldfish tanks?

Yes. Elodea suits cooler goldfish aquariums and provides natural grazing material. Goldfish may eat or uproot the stems, so occasional replacement may be necessary.

Does Elodea Supreme need CO2 injection?

No. Elodea Supreme can grow successfully in low-tech freshwater aquariums without additional CO2 injection, provided lighting and nutrients are suitable.

Does Elodea Supreme help reduce nitrates?

Healthy, actively growing Elodea absorbs nitrogen compounds and other dissolved nutrients from aquarium water. This can support nutrient management but does not replace filtration or routine water changes.

How do I propagate Elodea Supreme?

Trim a healthy section from an established stem and replant it into aquarium substrate or allow it to float. The cutting can develop new roots and shoots under suitable conditions.

Important Live Plant Information

Quantity Supplied: 5 bunches of live Elodea Supreme.

As a natural live product, stem length, density, colour and overall appearance may vary slightly between bunches. Product photographs are representative of the plant variety.

Responsible Disposal: Elodea Supreme can become invasive in Australian waterways. Never release aquarium plants, unwanted cuttings or plant fragments into natural waterways. Dispose of unwanted plant material securely and observe all applicable state and territory biosecurity requirements.