Red Root Floaters
Red Root Floaters
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1 5x5 inch portion per order.
Red Root Floaters (Phyllanthus fluitans) are an eye-catching floating plant known for their striking red roots and vibrant green leaves that can turn reddish under high lighting. These floaters create a lush surface cover, providing shade, reducing algae growth, and offering shelter for fish and shrimp. Red Root Floaters are perfect for aquascapers looking to add a touch of color and elegance to their freshwater tanks.
Key Features
Key Features
Beautiful Red Roots: Develops striking red roots that contrast beautifully with green or reddish leaves.
Color-Changing Leaves: Turns reddish under intense lighting, adding visual appeal.
Provides Shade & Shelter: Creates a natural canopy, ideal for bettas, shrimp, and fry.
Algae Control & Water Quality: Absorbs excess nutrients, helping to prevent algae outbreaks.
Fast-Growing & Easy to Maintain: Spreads quickly but is easily controlled with regular thinning.
Care Tips
Care Tips
- Lighting: Moderate to high lighting enhances red coloration in leaves and roots.
- CO₂ & Fertilization: CO₂ is not required; benefits from liquid fertilization, especially iron supplements for deeper red hues.
- Temperature: Thrives in 70–86°F (21–30°C).
- Water Conditions: Prefers a pH of 6.0–7.5 and soft to moderately hard water.
- Water Flow: Grows best in low to moderate flow; excessive agitation may cause plants to sink.
- Trimming & Maintenance: Regular thinning is needed to prevent excessive surface coverage and ensure light penetration for plants below.
- Propagation: Reproduces quickly by forming daughter plants that separate and spread
Live Arrival Guarantee
Live Arrival Guarantee
In the event of a DOA, we will replace the affected plants or livestock and reship FOR FREE!
If a DOA has occurred, please send clear photos of the affected plants or livestock in their closed shipping containers to info@dakuaquatics.com within 2 hours of the first delivery attempt and we will make it right!
With their unique red roots, rapid growth, and ability to enhance water quality, Red Root Floaters are a must-have for any aquarist looking to add natural beauty and functionality to their aquarium.
A large amount came in the package. They initially looked a little rough but after a day or two they perked right back up and are thriving in my tank. They have helped suck up the excess nitrates in my tank and have helped decrease the amount of algae I have.
I love this. The roots are red and long just like the picture.
Excellent quality and quantity of floaters The plants arrived healthy and with great color to them, and since we received them, they've developed tiny blooming flowers and spread so much we've had to start a second tank to let them grow out!
Beautiful plants and easy to care for
I got a sizable handful in my order, they are in great shape and some even came flowering! They’re already making new leaves too.