Tropica Monosolenium tenerum 1-2-Grow!

Monosolenium tenerum is an Asian liverwort that forms low cushions near the bottom of the aquarium. Its broad, branching growth resembles a larger Riccia, but it naturally stays down instead of behaving like a floating mat.

Handle and place it gently

The plant is brittle and pieces break away easily. Attach it to a stone with fishing line or place small clumps between other plants, such as Eleocharis. This supports the material while it establishes and reduces the need to handle a loose mass repeatedly.

Choose a visible area where the cushion can show its shape. Its described height is around 2–5 cm, with the profile allowing growth beyond the upper figure. It provides a low texture rather than the outline of upright stems.

Care after establishment

Once established, this liverwort is undemanding. Light and CO2 needs are low and growth is medium. The main practical issue in the description is its fragility, so plan maintenance access without placing the cushion directly in the path of frequent handling.

The plant is sometimes sold under the name Pellia. That identification is incorrect for this product: the name used here is Monosolenium tenerum.

Tissue-culture format

The plant comes from tissue culture in a closed Tropica 1-2-Grow! cup. The profile groups it with mosses for aquarium use, while its botanical growth form is a liverwort.

Plant profile

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