Micranthemum ‘Monte Carlo’ (Tissue Culture/ Cup)

Micranthemum ‘Monte Carlo’ – Easy, Lush Carpet Plant for Freshwater Aquariums

Micranthemum ‘Monte Carlo’ is a popular and beginner-friendly carpeting plant for freshwater aquariums, loved for its small, round, bright green leaves and ability to create a soft, dense carpet across the foreground of your aquascape. Native to South America, this versatile plant grows faster and is more forgiving than Dwarf Baby Tears, making it ideal for both newcomers and experienced aquascapers.

Perfect for nano tanks, nature-style aquascapes, and Iwagumi layouts, ‘Monte Carlo’ thrives in moderate to high lighting and benefits from CO₂ supplementation and a nutrient-rich substrate for optimal growth. It spreads via runners, forming a vibrant green mat that provides cover and grazing surfaces for shrimp and small fish.

Tissue Culture:

• 100% pest-free – grown in sterile lab conditions with no snails, algae, or pathogens

• Chemical-free – safe for shrimp, snails, and other sensitive tank inhabitants

• Multiple plantlets per cup – excellent value and customizable aquascaping

• Fast, healthy growth – young plants adapt quickly and establish faster

• Compact and easy to ship – perfect for online orders and storage

• Great for nano tanks and detailed layouts – ideal for precise aquascaping

• Available in rare species – access to unique and exotic plant varieties

• Perfect for beginners and pros – clean, reliable start for any planted tank

Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Micranthemum tweediei ‘Monte Carlo’

• Common Name: Monte Carlo

• Light Requirement: Moderate to high

• CO₂ Requirement: Recommended for compact growth

• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

• Placement: Foreground or carpeting

• Propagation: Runners

• Water Conditions: pH 6.0–7.5 | Temperature 68°F–82°F

Why Choose Micranthemum ‘Monte Carlo’?

• Lush, vibrant green carpet ideal for aquascaping

• Easier to grow than HC ‘Cuba’ – great for beginners

• Perfect for nano tanks and professional layouts

• Provides natural shelter for shrimp and bottom dwellers

• Forms a thick, attractive mat under the right conditions

Transform your aquascape with Micranthemum ‘Monte Carlo’ – a fast-spreading, low-growing foreground plant that adds texture, color, and visual appeal to any planted freshwater aquarium.