Riccia sp “Dwarf”
Scientific name: Riccia sp “Dwarf”
Common names: Crystalwort or Riccia Dwarf
Family:Ricciaceae
Maximum size: about 0.03 by 0.3 inch.
Light needed: Medium to High
Water contidions: pH 6.2 to 7, temp. 23 to 28, soft to hard water
Hardiness: Easy
Propagation: New plant forms from a vegetative outgrowth of a mature plant
Distribution: Occur nearly worldwide
Color: Bright green
Additional Information
Some aquarists claim that it is a new species, whil others claim it is a mutant. In my opinion, Riccia Dwarf is the best looking species of Riccia.
Riccia is a lush floating plant found widespread through out the word. There are over 180 species belonging to this genus but only a few are commonly used in aquarium (Riccia Fluitans is the most common). The plant is bright green and there is no distinction between the leaf and the stems. It is difficult to tell the difference between Riccia Dwarf and Riccia fluitans.
Popularity: 2% [?]
I have some Riccia Dwarf in my 20 gallon planted tank, my Gold Tetras love it.