Red Root Floaters
$5.00 - 10cm X 10cm
Buy Red Root Floaters (Phyllanthus fluitans) for your aquarium. Known for their vibrant red roots and water quality benefits, these floating plants are perfect for adding colour and natural shade to your tank. Shop now!
Quantity | Price | Discount |
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1-4 | $5.00 | 0% |
5-9 | $4.75 | 5% |
10+ | $4.50 | 10% |
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Overview
Red Root Floaters are a stunning floating plant known for their vibrant red roots and small, round leaves. This plant is a favourite among aquarists for adding colour and texture to the surface of aquariums. It also helps improve water quality by absorbing excess nutrients and providing shade for fish and other aquatic life. Red Root Floaters are easy to care for and thrive in a variety of conditions, making them ideal for both beginners and experienced hobbyists.
Key Features
- Scientific Name:Â Phyllanthus fluitans
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Light Requirements: Moderate to High
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Placement: Floating (surface of the aquarium)
- CO2 Requirement: Not Required
- Propagation: Division (separate and spread across the surface)
Care Instructions
- Lighting: Red Root Floaters thrive in moderate to high light. Higher light levels will enhance the red colouration of their roots and leaves.
- Water Parameters: Prefers a temperature range of 20-30°C and a pH of 6.0-7.5. It can adapt to a wide range of water hardness levels.
- Nutrient Absorption: Helps reduce nitrates and other excess nutrients in the water, improving water quality.
- Maintenance: Regularly thin out the plant to prevent it from covering the entire surface and blocking light for other plants.
Why Choose Red Root Floaters?
- Vibrant Red Roots: Adds a striking pop of colour to the surface of your aquarium.
- Natural Shade: Provides shade for fish and other aquatic life, reducing stress and algae growth.
- Water Quality Improvement: Absorbs excess nutrients, helping to maintain a healthy aquarium environment.
- Easy to Care For: Requires minimal maintenance and thrives in a variety of conditions.
Colour |
Red |
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Difficulty |
Easy |
Lighting |
Moderate |
Co2 |
Optional |
State |
Submersed |



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