Micranthemum ‘Monte Carlo’ Live Aquatic Plant – Micranthemum tweediei

Micranthemum ‘Monte Carlo’ (Micranthemum tweediei) is a compact green aquatic foreground plant known for its small, rounded leaves and carpeting growth habit. The seller identifies it as a beginner-friendly aquarium plant that can be grown without supplemental CO2.

This live aquatic plant is suited to freshwater aquarium setups and can form a low foreground carpet under suitable conditions. The seller lists low lighting, a temperature range of 74–82°F, and a pH range of 6.5–7.6.

The seller states that the plant originated from New Zealand and provides shelter for shrimp and small bottom-dwelling aquarium inhabitants. The seller's promotional quantity offer has been omitted.

Plant Condition Disclosure:

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note:

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

🔹 BULLET POINTS:

• Plant: Monte Carlo
• Scientific Name: Micranthemum tweediei
• Type: Live aquatic foreground plant
• Color: Green
• Growth Habit: Carpeting/low foreground growth
• Care Level: Easy according to seller
• Lighting: Low
• CO2: Not required according to seller
• Temperature: 74–82°F
• pH: 6.5–7.6
• Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons according to seller
• Aquarium Use: Foreground planting and carpet formation
• Origin: New Zealand according to seller

🧾 MATERIALS:
Live Micranthemum tweediei ‘Monte Carlo’ aquatic plant.

📋 ATTRIBUTES:
Common Name: Monte Carlo
Scientific Name: Micranthemum tweediei
Plant Type: Aquatic Foreground Plant
Life Cycle: Not specified by seller
Flower/Fruit Color: Not applicable/not specified
Foliage Color: Green
Lighting: Low
Soil: Not specified by seller
Water: Aquatic; aquarium conditions
USDA Zone: Not applicable
Growth Habit: Carpeting foreground plant
Care Level: Easy
CO2: Not required according to seller
Temperature: 74–82°F
pH: 6.5–7.6
Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons according to seller

❓ FAQ:

1. What water conditions are recommended for Monte Carlo?
The seller lists a temperature range of 74–82°F and pH of 6.5–7.6.

2. What lighting does Monte Carlo need?
The seller lists low lighting as suitable for this aquatic plant.

3. Does Monte Carlo require CO2?
No. The seller states that supplemental CO2 is not required.

4. What is the growth habit of Monte Carlo?
Monte Carlo is a small foreground plant that can spread across the aquarium substrate and form a carpet.

5. Is Monte Carlo suitable for beginner aquariums?
Yes. The seller describes it as an easy-care plant suitable for beginners.