Monosolenium tenerum in vitro

Monosolenium tenerum (In Vitro)

Specifications:

• Plant Name: Monosolenium tenerum (In Vitro)
• Plant Type: Freshwater aquatic liverwort
• Origin: Asia
• Height: Approx. 3–8 cm
• Light Requirement: Low to medium lighting
• CO₂: Not required, but beneficial
• Placement: Foreground or midground; suitable for hardscape placement

Overview:

Monosolenium tenerum, commonly known as Pellia, is a distinctive liverwort with thick, translucent green fronds that create a soft, flowing appearance in aquariums. Supplied in an in-vitro cup, this plant is grown in sterile laboratory conditions, ensuring it is free from pests, algae, and snails.

Unlike traditional mosses, Monosolenium tenerum grows in layered, ribbon-like mats that can be used to create natural-looking foreground features or attached to rocks for a unique textured effect. It is also popular in shrimp tanks due to the shelter it provides.

Care and Growth:

This plant thrives under low to moderate lighting and is well suited to low-tech aquariums. CO₂ injection can enhance growth speed and density but is not essential. Gentle water flow helps prevent debris from collecting on the plant’s surface.

Monosolenium tenerum can be left free-growing or lightly anchored to hardscape. Propagation is simple—break off small sections and place them where growth is desired.

Key Features:

• Unique liverwort with thick, ribbon-like fronds
• Soft, natural appearance ideal for foreground features
• In vitro grown—free from pests, algae, and snails
• Low light and low maintenance requirements
• Suitable for shrimp and nature-style aquariums
• Easy propagation via division

Plant only. Aquarium and accessories not included.