Micranthemum 'Monte Carlo'

Plant Profile

• Scientific Name: Micranthemum sp. 'Monte Carlo'
• Common Name: Monte Carlo
• Origin: Cultivar developed from Micranthemum tweediei, native to South America
• Height: 2–5 cm (0.8–2 inches), ideal as a carpet plant
• pH: 5.5–7.5 (prefers slightly acidic to neutral water)
• Care: Moderate – needs stable water conditions and nutrient-rich substrate
• Light: Moderate to High – stronger light encourages denser and healthier carpets
• CO₂: Recommended – helps with faster, compact growth and prevents legginess
• Propagation: Stem cuttings – cut healthy runners or stems and plant them to spread the carpet
• Growth Rate: Moderate

• Additional Notes:

  • Very popular for creating lush green carpets in aquariums.
  • Tolerates a range of water parameters but prefers consistent conditions.
  • Requires trimming to keep a tight carpet and encourage horizontal growth.
  • It can be sensitive to algae if lighting or nutrients aren’t balanced.

  • Looks great paired with taller plants for contrast in aquascapes.