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Its compact growth, rich green colour, and ability to thrive in a wide range of conditions make it a favourite among aquascapers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a tissue culture in liquid agar from Reservoir Aquatics, these plants are free from algae, snails, and common aquarium pests. Each cup contains multiple plantlets that can be carefully separated and planted individually to establish a dense foreground over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile Cryptocoryne parva is known for its slow growth rate, patience is rewarded with a durable and attractive carpet that requires significantly less maintenance than many traditional carpeting plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Level: Easy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlacement: Foreground\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLighting: Low to High\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCO₂: Beneficial but not required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowth Rate: Slow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied in sealed tissue culture cup containing liquid agar. Rinse thoroughly before planting. 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Under good lighting, CO₂ and consistent fertilisation, it develops into a dense, healthy rosette that looks fantastic planted individually or grouped together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCare Requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌿 Growth Rate: Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 Lighting: Medium–High\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💨 CO₂: Recommended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📍 Placement: Foreground \/ Midground\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📏 Growth: Compact rosette\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌱 Difficulty: Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fantastic choice for aquascapers looking for something a little different from traditional carpeting plants, with its fine texture providing beautiful contrast against broader-leaved plants and hardscape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Still Life Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48547229139189,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/2861\/9509\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_0354a565-8775-4d0a-a3fb-c0fa25d0e9b5.png?v=1786435188"},{"product_id":"monte-carlo-tissue-culture","title":"Monte Carlo - Tissue Culture","description":"\u003cp\u003eMonte Carlo Tissue Culture – Micranthemum tweediei ‘Monte Carlo’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonte Carlo is one of the most popular carpeting plants in the aquarium hobby, loved for its small, vibrant green leaves and ability to form a dense, lush carpet across the foreground of an aquascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tissue culture provides a generous amount of healthy, young plantlets grown in a sterile environment, meaning they are free from snails, algae and unwanted pests. 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