Monte Carlo (Micranthemum tweediei ‘Monte Carlo’) is one of the most popular carpeting plants in modern aquascaping.
With its bright green, clover-like leaves and fast, creeping growth pattern, it creates a lush, compact carpet that adds depth and texture to any aquarium.
This version is supplied as a tissue culture cup, ensuring it’s pest-free, algae-free, and ready to plant directly into your tank. Monte Carlo is a great alternative to Hemianthus callitrichoides (Dwarf Baby Tears), offering easier care and faster establishment.
🌿 Plant Information:
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Scientific name: Micranthemum tweediei ‘Monte Carlo’
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Common names: Monte Carlo, Micranthemum Monte Carlo, New Large Pearl Grass
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Origin: South America (Argentina)
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Growth rate: Moderate to fast
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Placement: Foreground (carpeting plant)
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Lighting: Medium to high
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CO₂ requirement: Recommended for compact growth and dense carpet
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Temperature: 22–28 °C
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pH range: 6.0–7.5
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Hardness: Soft to moderate
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Propagation: Divide tissue culture into small clumps and plant across substrate
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Difficulty level: Moderate
Care Tips:
Separate the tissue culture into small pieces and plant evenly across the substrate using aquascaping tweezers. Provide good lighting, CO₂, and fertilisation for best results. Regular trimming encourages dense horizontal growth.
Why We Love It:
✔ Premium tissue culture – pest and algae free
✔ Creates a bright, lush green carpet
✔ Easier to grow than Dwarf Baby Tears
✔ Perfect for nano tanks and aquascapes
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