Micranthemum 'Monte Carlo' is an adaptable plant with low stems bearing rounded, light green leaves. "Monte Carlo" is an excellent ground cover; At substrate level, plants quickly cover the aquarium floor. When grown at high altitude, the usually dense shoots can bend to the ground and break off in loose, hanging bunches. Monte Carlo tolerates shade better than most plants in the foreground. It adapts to a wide range of water conditions from temperature to pH, making it great for beginners. Although adding good light and CO2 will encourage thick, carpet-like growth, you don't need a high-tech container to grow this plant. However, because healthy specimens grow so quickly, they must be pruned regularly to prevent the lower layers from accumulating and dying..