Riccia (Riccia fluitans) is an intermediate-level aquarium plant. A bright green liverwort that forms a floating cloud or a dense carpet when tied down. It is great shelter for fry and shrimp, but it needs good light, and a floating mat blocks light for plants below.
Care facts at a glance
| Scientific name | Riccia fluitans |
|---|---|
| Family | Ricciaceae |
| Origin | Worldwide, freshwater |
| Height | Floating mat or tied down |
| Light | Medium to high |
| CO2 | Not needed |
| Placement | Floating, or tied to stone or wood |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Temperature | 64-82°F |
| pH | 6.0-7.5 |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Propagation | Fragments |
Quick tips
- Thin a floating mat often.
- Tie it down with thread to carpet.
- Remove stray pieces from filters.
San Diego water
Captive-bred stock usually adapts to San Diego tap water with slow acclimation. For best color and health, many keepers blend tap with RO/DI water. Learn the numbers in our San Diego tap water guide.
New to planted tanks? Start with our beginner planted tank guide and the plant fertilizer guide.
Find it at Pet Zone
Pet Zone Tropical Fish is a San Diego aquarium store with two locations. Stock changes daily, so call ahead if you are after a specific species or plant. Shop online at petzonesd.com.
4160 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 987-0309
Open daily, 10am-6pm
Aquascaping, planted tanks
4266 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
(619) 283-1812
Closed Monday; Tue-Fri 10:30am-6pm, Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Monster fish, koi