Pearl Weed

Scientific Name: Micranthemum Micranthemoides

Common Names: Pearl Weed

Pearl weed is a great plant for sucking up nitrites. It grows rather quickly especially when letting it grow vertically. It can be floated or planted into the substrate. We usually float Pearl Weed for a week or two to let it get some extra light. 

Caring for Pearl Weed

Care Level: Easy

Lighting: Low-High

Co2: Not Needed 

Propagation: Trim stem, replant new stem

Note: Please do additional research on your plant to ensure its health. 

 *All Plants may contain snails or snail eggs. We keep them in all of our tanks for the benefits they provide.*

Main Benefits:

• Medium-light plant for easy maintenance

• Easy to grow vertically

• Helps convert toxins in the water and heavy metals into safe organics 

• Promotes oxygen-rich water

• Provides hiding places for shrimp and baby shrimp