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Micranthemum sp. ‘Pearl White’ (High Tech)

Micranthemum tweediei ‘Pearl White’ is a rare and visually striking foreground plant, prized for its compact growth and unique pale, pearlescent tones. This cultivar is derived from the well-known Micranthemum Monte Carlo, a species widely used in aquascaping for its ability to form dense, low-growing carpets.

Under optimal conditions, this plant spreads horizontally through creeping runners, gradually forming a lush, compact carpet across the substrate. Its fine texture and low height make it ideal for foreground placement, Iwagumi layouts, and detailed nature-style aquascapes.

Unlike standard green varieties, ‘Pearl White’ offers delicate white to pale highlights that create contrast and visual depth in planted aquariums. This coloration is best maintained under high lighting and CO₂ injection, making it most suitable for high-tech setups.

Establishment can be slow when transitioning to submerged growth, as the plant adapts from tissue culture conditions. Once rooted, it develops a stable carpet that responds well to regular trimming and maintenance.

Growth Characteristics

• Type: Foreground / carpeting plant
• Growth habit: Creeping runners forming a dense carpet
• Height: ±1–5 cm when established
• Growth rate: Medium (faster with CO₂)
• Placement: Foreground

Care Requirements (High Tech Recommended)

• Lighting: Medium to high (strong light maintains compact growth and coloration)
• CO₂: Strongly recommended for dense, healthy carpeting
• Substrate: Nutrient-rich substrate supports root development and spread
• Water parameters:
  • Temperature: 20–28°C
  • pH: 6.0–7.5

Cultivation Notes

This plant is supplied in a sterile tissue culture medium, ensuring it is free from pests, algae, and contaminants. Tissue culture plants are grown in vitro using nutrient-rich gel, promoting healthy and clean introduction into aquariums.

Aquascaping Use

• Creates a dense, low carpet with a fine-leaf texture
• Ideal for contrast against darker green plants
• Suitable for nature aquariums, Iwagumi, and Dutch layouts

Plant Food / Fertilizer

For best results, use a complete fertilization regime including:

• Liquid fertilizers (macro & micro nutrients)
• Nutrient-rich aquasoil or root tabs
• Consistent CO₂ supplementation

Please note: Images are for display purposes only. As plants are natural products, variations in size, shape, and color will occur.