Micranthemum ‘Monte Carlo’ – Live Aquarium Plant (Potted)
Micranthemum ‘Monte Carlo’ is a popular foreground carpeting plant known for its small, round bright green leaves and creeping growth habit. It forms a dense, lush carpet under the right conditions and is ideal for planted aquariums, shrimp tanks, and aquascaping layouts.
Compared to some other carpeting plants, Monte Carlo is relatively forgiving and can grow well in both low-tech (slower growth) and high-tech setups.
This listing is for one healthy, potted Micranthemum ‘Monte Carlo’.
 
Plant Features
Species: Micranthemum tweediei ‘Monte Carlo’
Format: Potted plant
Growth Rate: Medium
Lighting: Medium–High
Placement: Foreground / Carpet
CO₂: Not required, but recommended for dense growth
Difficulty: Easy–Moderate
Safe For: Shrimp, snails, fry, community tanks
 
Why Choose Monte Carlo?
Compact, round leaves for a clean carpet look
Easier to grow than many carpeting plants
Suitable for shrimp tanks and nano aquariums
Can spread across substrate and hardscape
Bright green colour enhances aquascapes
Responds well to trimming
 
Care Tips
Remove rockwool before planting
Divide into small clumps and plant evenly
Medium–high light encourages compact growth
CO₂ and nutrients improve density and speed of spread
Ideal temperature: 20–28°C
 
What You Receive
1x potted Micranthemum ‘Monte Carlo’
Healthy, rooted plant ready for planting
 
Important Notes
Growth rate depends on lighting and nutrients
Some initial adjustment or minor melt may occur during transition