I think (from what i briefly read and nothing against Steven at all) that strengthens John's statements about scapes being one dimensional.
I have seen many very attractive tanks that use these plants very effectivly. (Dutch and Dutch / Nature mixes).
Now to a Judge looking for the BEST AMANO COPY, it might not be good, right or considered PRETTY, but to me (what the hell do I know anyway
) I think it is something that is now NOT THE NORM, I.E. different and to me that is what is exciting in this hobby and on forums.