Short Crypts
Cryptocoryne wendtii (green or bronze), C. parva, C. pontederiifolia — hardy midground fillers.
Tolerate low light and no CO2. Rhizome plants — don't bury the crown.
Stem Plants
Staurogyne repens, Hygrophila pinnatifida. Compact stems that branch when trimmed.
Ideal for Dutch-style aquascaping with color contrasts.
Bushy Plants
Anubias barteri and its varieties. Attach to rocks or driftwood at midground height.
Slow growing, algae-resistant, perfect for shadier spots.
Design Principle
Place tallest midground near background, shortest toward foreground — creates smooth visual transition.
Don't use more than 3-4 different midground species per tank.