Red Root Floater
Phyllanthus fluitans
Check Red Root FloaterRed Root Floaters are stunning floating plants with small, round leaves that develop rich red coloration under strong lighting. Their vibrant red root systems hanging below the surface create a beautiful visual effect from the side of the tank. They absorb excess nutrients directly from the water column and provide natural shade that many fish and shrimp appreciate.
Lighting
Moderate to high
CO2
Not required
Growth Rate
Fast
Placement
Surface (floating)
Difficulty
beginner
Recommended Products
Everything you need to grow Red Root Floater in your planted tank.
Accessories
Seachem Flourish Liquid Fertilizer
Comprehensive micronutrient supplement that Red Root Floaters absorb directly through their fine root systems and leaf surfaces. Regular dosing intensifies the vivid red coloration of the roots and the undersides of the leaves.
Tropica Premium Nutrition Liquid Fertilizer
Complete liquid fertilizer providing all essential macro and micronutrients for floating plants. Red Root Floaters are fast growers that absorb nutrients directly from the water — regular Tropica dosing keeps leaves vibrant and characteristic red roots richly colored.
Lighting
Hygger Clip-On 24/7 LED Light
Red Root Floaters require bright light to develop their signature intense red coloration. The Hygger 24/7 LED provides programmable full-spectrum light with a customizable schedule, giving these surface floaters the strong, direct lighting they need to stay vibrant red rather than fading to green.