Phyllanthus Fluitans - Red Root Floaters

3oz cup portion

Red Root Floater is one of the most striking floating plants available for freshwater aquariums. Native to South America, this compact floater develops vivid red roots and warm bronze-to-deep-red leaves under strong lighting, creating a lush natural canopy at the water’s surface.

Perfect for aquascapers and breeders alike, it provides gentle shade, nutrient uptake, and a safe haven for shrimp, fry, and timid fish — all while adding dramatic color from above.

🌿 Key Features

• 🔴 Brilliant red roots — signature trailing coloration

• 🍂 Leaves turn copper to deep red under higher light

• 🌱 Compact growth — smaller than most floating plants

• 🐟 Great for shrimp & fry — creates shelter and grazing area

• 💧 Helps reduce nitrates & algae by absorbing excess nutrients

• 🧩 Easy to propagate — quickly multiplies in stable conditions

📏 Care Requirements

• Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

• Lighting: Medium to High (strong light enhances red coloration)

• CO₂: Not required

• Temperature: 20–30 °C (68–86 °F)

• pH: 6.0–7.5

• Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast

• Placement: Floating (surface)

❤️ Color Tips

For the deepest reds:

• Provide strong overhead lighting

• Maintain low surface agitation

• Ensure good nutrient availability (especially iron)

• Avoid water splashing on leaves (emersed leaves dislike getting wet)