Monte Carlo

Monte Carlo (Micranthemum tweediei) is a popular carpeting aquarium plant known for its small, vibrant green leaves and ability to form a dense, lush carpet. Supplied in a 5cm basket pot, it’s perfect for creating a natural foreground in both beginner and advanced aquascapes.

Lighting Requirements: 5–8 hours/day (moderate to high light for best carpeting)
CO₂ Requirements: Not required but strongly recommended for dense growth
Care Level: Easy to moderate
Fertiliser Needs: Benefits from liquid fertiliser and nutrient-rich substrate
Growth Type: Spreading carpeting plant
Placement: Foreground
Potential Issues: May grow upward instead of carpeting in low light; can be disturbed by digging fish

🌿 Why Choose Monte Carlo?

True Carpet Plant: Forms a dense, vibrant green carpet across the substrate

Beginner Friendly: Easier to grow than many other carpeting plants

Versatile Growth: Can carpet or form a low bush depending on conditions

Aquascape Essential: One of the most popular foreground plants

🌱 Care Tips:

Lighting: 5–8 hours/day encourages compact, horizontal growth

CO₂: Helps achieve a tighter, faster carpet

Trim Regularly: Promotes spreading and prevents vertical growth

Planting: Separate into small portions for best coverage

Grown and prepared by Duthie Aquatics in 5cm potted portions