Riccia Fluitans

(Riccia fluitans)

Overview

Create a vibrant, lush green carpet with Riccia Fluitans! This versatile aquatic plant can be grown floating or attached to hardscape to form a dense, bright green foreground. Under strong lighting, it produces beautiful oxygen bubbles (“pearling”), adding life and movement to your aquarium.

Key Features

• Bright, vivid green coloration
• Can float freely or be tied down as a carpet
• Produces eye-catching pearling under high light
• Great for creating soft, cushion-like aquascapes

Care Requirements

Placement:
Foreground (attached) or floating at the surface

Lighting:
Medium to high light (high light enhances growth and pearling)

CO₂:
Recommended but not required for dense carpet growth

Growth Rate:
Fast; spreads quickly with proper care

Attachment:
Typically tied to rocks or mesh to create a carpet effect

Maintenance

Requires frequent trimming to prevent overgrowth and detachment. Re-tie or reattach as needed to maintain a clean, compact look.

Compatibility

Safe for fish, shrimp, and fry—provides excellent hiding spots and breeding areas.

Important Notes

• Will float if not secured