Best general reference text?

[MonkeyMonk86]

I've been looking at various reference books online. All are relatively expensive. I was wondering if anyone could suggest a good planted tank reference text that has various plant listings and the ecology of a balanced planted tank. If I need 2 books b/c of the 2 topics, that ok, but I'd just like to get some input as to which ones are really worth the high prices.

Thanks in advance.

 

[MonkeyMonk86]

I just found this really great link with a lot of useful information.
http://www.americanaquariumproducts.com/AquariumPlants.html

 

[MonkeyMonk86]

This book had good reviews at Amazon, but it is missing more than 50% of the plants I searched for. It is by no means a mini encyclopedia. Redemptive value is that it is easy to understand, and it does address propagating plants and choosing healthy ones. Rather than purchase, I'd advise a library copy for reading.

 

[dcutl002]

Thanks. I need a good plant book... Guess this ain't it.

 

[Wy Renegade]

What it does have is well written and easy to understand, but not completely comprehensive.

 

[Brian_Nano12g]

Just use Google.... It's free