{"product_id":"tissue-culture-micranthemum-tweediei-monte-carlo","title":"Tissue Culture Micranthemum tweediei 'Monte Carlo'","description":"\u003cp style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicranthemum tweediei 'Monte Carlo'\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most popular and sought-after carpeting plants in the modern aquascaping hobby. Native to Argentina, it produces a lush, dense carpet of small, round, bright green leaves that create a beautifully soft and natural-looking foreground. Unlike its demanding cousin Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba', Monte Carlo is significantly more forgiving and adaptable, making it an excellent choice for aquascapers who want a stunning carpet without the extreme demands of a high-tech setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foreground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to High\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended for best carpeting results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Tissue Culture?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eOur tissue culture plants are grown in sterile laboratory conditions, meaning they arrive:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eFree from pesticides and harmful chemicals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eFree from snails, planarians, and pest algae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eFree from pathogens and parasites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eNo rock wool to remove — just rinse and plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips for Success\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#000000;\"\u003eDivide the tissue culture portion into small clumps and plant them 1–2 cm apart directly into a fine, nutrient-rich substrate. Monte Carlo spreads via runners and will gradually knit together into a lush, seamless carpet. Medium to high lighting and CO₂ injection will produce the fastest, most compact growth, though it can carpet under lower-tech conditions with patience. Regular water changes and a balanced fertiliser regime will keep the carpet vibrant and healthy. One of the most rewarding foreground plants available — the finished result is truly spectacular.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AquaPlant Culture","offers":[{"title":"TC Micranthemum tweediei 'Monte Carlo'","offer_id":44030144544833,"sku":"TC106","price":7.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/5957\/2545\/files\/monte.jpg?v=1755845212","url":"https:\/\/www.aquaplantculture.com.au\/products\/tissue-culture-micranthemum-tweediei-monte-carlo","provider":"AquaPlant Culture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}