Phyllanthus fluitans, often known as red root floater, is an attractive floating plant with rounded leaves that range from green to deep red under strong lighting. Fine red roots hang beneath the surface, adding colour and texture while also providing shelter for fish and shrimp.
It grows freely on the water surface and does not require planting. Brighter light encourages more intense red colouring and compact leaf growth, while calmer surface movement helps it establish evenly. Regular thinning is recommended, as it can multiply quickly and shade plants below if left unchecked. Particularly well suited to open-top aquariums and aquascapes where surface detail matters.
Supplied as a Tropica 1-2-Grow laboratory-grown plant. Snail, algae and pesticide free, and safe for shrimp and sensitive fish.
Note: portion size is rarely as big as the picture. In our experience, this plant often arrives with us from Tropica with less plant mass.