• Scientific Name: Riccia fluitans
• Common Name: Floating Crystalwort
• Origin: Cosmopolitan
• Family: Ricciaceae
• Height: 1-5 cm (when attached or submerged)
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Placement in Tank: Foreground, Floating, Attached to Hardscape
• Light Requirement: Medium to High
• CO2 Requirement: Recommended for faster growth and denser form
• Temperature: 15-28°C
• pH: 5.0-7.5
• Propagation: Fragmentation

Key Features:

• Versatile Growth Options: Riccia fluitans can float freely on the water’s surface or be tied to rocks, driftwood, or mesh to form a beautiful green carpet or accent in the tank.
• Bright Green Fronds: Its delicate, bright green fronds create a soft, natural look, making it a popular choice for aquascaping.
• In-Vitro Cultivation: Grown in sterile conditions, this plant is free from pests, algae, and pathogens, ensuring a clean and safe introduction into your aquarium.
• Aquascaping Favorite: Riccia fluitans can be used in various ways to create unique visual effects, whether as a floating plant or anchored for carpeting or vertical scaping.

Care Requirements:

• Lighting: Riccia fluitans thrives in medium to high lighting conditions, which promote dense, compact growth and help maintain its vibrant green color.
• CO2: While it can grow without CO2, adding CO2 will boost growth and help create a more compact and lush carpet or cluster when attached to hardscape elements.
• Water Parameters: This plant prefers slightly acidic to neutral water, with a pH range of 5.0-7.5 and temperatures between 15-28°C. It is adaptable and can thrive in various conditions with proper care.
• Trimming: Regular trimming is necessary to maintain the plant’s shape, whether floating or attached. Trimmed pieces can be reattached or allowed to float and propagate.

Planting Tips:

• Rinse the plant thoroughly to remove the nutrient gel before introducing it to your aquarium.
• For floating use, simply place Riccia fluitans on the water’s surface. To create a carpet or wall, tie the plant to rocks, driftwood, or mesh, where it will naturally grow and spread.
• Ensure medium to high lighting and CO2 supplementation for faster growth and a denser, vibrant look.