Phyllanthus Fluitans

🌿 Phyllanthus fluitans (Red Root Floater)
Floating Beauty with Stunning Red Leaves

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✨ Why Aquascapers Love It

✔ Beautiful red to pink floating leaves

✔ Develops striking red roots under good conditions

✔ Provides natural shade for fish and shrimp

✔ Helps reduce excess nutrients in the water

✔ Easy to grow and maintain

✔ Creates a natural pond-like appearance

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🌱 Plant Description

Phyllanthus fluitans, commonly known as Red Root Floater, is one of the most attractive floating plants available in the aquarium hobby.

Its small, heart-shaped leaves float gracefully on the water surface and can develop vibrant red, pink, or bronze coloration under strong lighting. The plant's hanging red roots create a beautiful underwater curtain that provides shelter for shrimp, fry, and timid fish.

When grown in optimal conditions, Red Root Floater quickly forms stunning floating clusters that add color, depth, and a natural touch to any aquarium.

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📍 Placement

• Water Surface

• Open-Top Aquariums

• Nature Aquariums

• Shrimp Tanks

• Betta Aquariums

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⚙️ Care Guide

💡 Lighting: Medium to High

🌿 CO₂: Not Required

🌡 Temperature: 20–30°C

💧 Water Flow: Low to Moderate

🌱 Nutrients: Benefits from nutrient-rich water

📈 Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast

⭐ Difficulty: Easy

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💡 Planting Tips

• Simply place on the water surface.

• Avoid excessive surface agitation.

• Provide strong lighting to enhance red coloration.

• Remove excess growth regularly to prevent complete surface coverage.

• Maintain good nutrient levels for healthy growth and vibrant colors.

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🎯 Best For

✓ Shrimp Tanks

✓ Betta Tanks

✓ Breeding Aquariums

✓ Natural Aquascapes

✓ Low-Tech and High-Tech Setups

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🌿 Turn Your Aquarium Surface into a Living Canopy

With its vibrant floating leaves and eye-catching red roots, Phyllanthus fluitans brings both beauty and function to your aquarium.

A favorite among aquascapers, shrimp keepers, and betta enthusiasts, this floating gem creates a natural, peaceful environment while adding stunning color to the water's surface.