Ricciocarpos Natans
Ricciocarpos Natans
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Ricciocarpos Natans, commonly known as Purple-Fringed Riccia, is a unique floating aquatic plant known for its small, delicate green fronds with a subtle purplish underside. This fast-growing plant provides excellent surface coverage, making it ideal for shrimp tanks, betta tanks, and natural-style aquariums. It helps reduce algae by absorbing excess nutrients and offers shade and shelter for fish and invertebrates.
Key Features
Key Features
Floating Growth: Forms dense mats on the water’s surface, creating a natural floating cover.
Distinctive Purple Underside: Adds a unique color contrast in well-lit tanks.
Excellent Water Purifier: Absorbs excess nutrients, helping maintain water quality.
Ideal for Shrimp & Fish: Provides shelter, shade, and natural foraging areas.
Fast-Growing & Low Maintenance: Easily spreads with minimal care.
Care Tips
Care Tips
- Lighting: Moderate to high lighting encourages healthy growth and a rich color contrast.
- CO₂ & Fertilization: CO₂ is not required; benefits from nutrient-rich water for optimal growth.
- Temperature: Thrives in water temperatures between 65–85°F (18–29°C).
- Water Conditions: Prefers a pH range of 6.0–7.5 and soft to moderately hard water.
- Current & Flow: Prefers calm waters; strong surface agitation may disrupt growth.
- Growth Control: Regular thinning prevents excessive coverage and ensures adequate light reaches submerged plants.
- Propagation: Naturally spreads through fragmentation—simply divide and relocate pieces as needed.
Live Arrival Guarantee
Live Arrival Guarantee
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With its vibrant appearance and natural benefits, Ricciocarpos Natans is an excellent choice for aquarists seeking a unique floating plant that enhances water quality and provides a natural, shaded habitat for aquatic life.