Micranthemum Monte Carlo
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You will receive: 1 pot, ready to plant — freshly delivered from the nursery.
⚠️ Difficulty: Easy — Micranthemum Monte Carlo is one of the easiest carpeting plants for the aquarium. CO₂ is appreciated but not mandatory.
Micranthemum Monte Carlo (also known as Micranthemum Tweediei or pearlweed) is a light green ground cover with small, round leaves that grows creeping through the aquarium — similar to HC Cuba, but much easier and faster. Given sufficient light, the plant forms a dense, lush carpet in the foreground. Also suitable for tanks without a CO₂ system.
🌿 Plant specifications
| Placement | Foreground (ground cover) |
| Max. height | ±5 cm |
| Light | Normal to high |
| CO₂ | 20–40 mg/l (recommended, not mandatory) |
| Temperature | 20–28°C |
| pH | 5.0–7.0 |
| KH | 2–12 |
| Origin | South America |
| Other names | Micranthemum Tweediei, Tweediei pearlweed, pearlweed |
| Family | Linderniaceae |
| Type | Ground cover |
| Propagation | Via cuttings / runners |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
🚚 Delivery & guarantee
- Freshly delivered from the nursery — ready to plant
- Shipping Tuesday or Friday → Read more about shipping
- Delivery with track & trace, usually within 1–2 business days
- Received dead? We will resolve this together. Contact us within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
- Free shipping from €59,-
✂️ Care
Plant the stems at approximately 2 cm intervals in the substrate. The plant grows creeping and will naturally form a continuous carpet. Regular trimming encourages horizontal growth and keeps the carpet compact. Liquid fertilizers like Sera Florena support healthy growth.
💡 Planter's Tip
Monte Carlo is the ideal starter carpeting plant — faster and easier than HC Cuba, with a similar result. Combines beautifully with rocks or driftwood and with Eleocharis parvula for a varied foreground.
❓ Frequently asked questions
Can I keep Monte Carlo without CO₂?
Yes, you can. Without CO₂, the plant grows slower, but still forms a carpet with sufficient light.
How fast does Monte Carlo grow?
Under good conditions (high light + CO₂), Monte Carlo grows noticeably faster than HC Cuba. Expect a full carpet within 4–8 weeks.
Is this plant suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes, completely shrimp-friendly.
Do you have another question? Feel free to contact us — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
