Water
Micranthemum umbrosum thrives in fully submerged conditions. Maintain stable water parameters and avoid drastic changes. Regular water changes are beneficial.
Also known as Dwarf Helzine · Globifera · Shade Mudflower
Micranthemum umbrosum is a small, slow-growing aquatic plant with delicate, rounded leaves, ideal for aquascaping and planted aquariums.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate to high
70% intensity
Avoid direct intense sun
Keep submerged and stable
80% intensity
Avoid drying out substrate
Nutrient-rich substrate or aquatic soil. Can be planted directly in sand or gravel if supplemented with root tabs.
50% intensity
Warm
70% intensity
20-28 °C
Aquatic, Indoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Moderate
60% intensity
Nutrient-rich substrate and liquid feeds
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Micranthemum umbrosum thrives in fully submerged conditions. Maintain stable water parameters and avoid drastic changes. Regular water changes are beneficial.
Prune regularly to maintain desired shape and density. Trim stems to encourage bushier growth and prevent them from becoming leggy. Remove any decaying leaves promptly.
Easily propagated by stem cuttings. Simply cut a healthy stem and replant it in the substrate. It will quickly root and grow.
As an aquatic plant, it does not require repotting in the traditional sense. If it outgrows its space, trim and replant cuttings.
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Photos of Micranthemum Umbrosum (Micranthemum umbrosum)
Where Micranthemum Umbrosum (Micranthemum umbrosum) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Linderniaceae |
| Genus | Micranthemum |
| Species | Micranthemum umbrosum |
Similar in genus Micranthemum
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