Riccia Fluitans Aquarium Plant

A floating green jungle for shrimp, fry, and aquascapes. Riccia fluitans is a vibrant, fine-textured aquarium plant that grows into a soft, floating mat of bright green branching strands. It’s a favorite for shrimp tanks, fry setups, and planted aquariums thanks to its ability to create dense cover, natural grazing surfaces, and micro-habitats for tiny aquatic life. Shrimp, shrimplets, fry, snails, and microorganisms all make use of its structure, turning it into a living, floating ecosystem. Why You’ll Want It Dense structure for grazing and shelter Excellent cover for fry and shrimplets Fast, visible growth under good conditions Flexible use: float it or attach it Adds a soft, natural look to any setup It’s one of the easiest ways to add immediate life and activity to a tank. Float It or Shape It Naturally, Riccia grows as a floating plant, but it’s also widely used in aquascaping. Float it for surface cover and fry protection Tie it to mesh, rock, or driftwood Create carpet-like cushions or moss-style pads With proper care, it forms lush, bright green pillows, just be ready to trim it to keep things tidy. Key Features Live Riccia fluitans plant Freshly harvested from our aquarium systems Ideal for shrimp tanks Excellent grazing surface and shelter Perfect for fry and microfauna Fine branching structure offers protection Versatile placement Floating or attached to hardscape Fast-growing Thrives with good lighting and nutrients Soft, vibrant appearance Bright green texture enhances natural aquascapes Best Used For Shrimp tanks Fry and breeding setups Nano aquariums Low-tech planted tanks Floating plant cover Aquascaping cushions and carpets Moss-style hardscape attachment Microfauna habitats Care Guide Scientific Name: Riccia fluitans Placement: Floating or attached Lighting: Medium → High (preferred) CO₂: Not required, but beneficial Growth Rate: Moderate → Fast Difficulty: Easy → Moderate Temperature: Suitable for most tropical freshwater aquariums Maintenance: Trim and thin regularly to maintain shape and prevent overgrowth. Important Notes Riccia naturally floats. If tied down, it may eventually loosen and rise, this is normal behavior (not witchcraft, despite appearances). Secure firmly using thread, fishing line, mesh, or aquarium-safe pads for best results Can trap fine debris in low-flow tanks, rinse or thin as needed As with all live plants, small hitchhikers (such as snails or microorganisms) may occasionally be present. Quarantine or dip if required for sensitive systems. What You’ll Receive One fresh portion of Riccia fluitans, harvested and packed from our aquarium plant systems in Queensland. Portion size may vary slightly depending on growth and harvest conditions, but each portion is suitable for immediate aquarium use. Live Plant Shipping Notice This is a live plant and may appear slightly compressed, pale, or flattened after shipping. Place it in clean aquarium water with appropriate lighting and it should recover after settling. Minor cosmetic wear, loose fragments, or travel stress can occur and typically does not affect long-term growth. Shipping Restrictions Australia only. Due to plant movement regulations, we cannot ship to: Western Australia Tasmania Northern Territory Orders to these regions may be cancelled and refunded.