C30 Tonina fluviatilis – Fine-Textured Background Aquarium Plant

C30 Tonina fluviatilis is a highly prized and visually refined freshwater aquarium plant known for its soft, needle-like leaves and upright rosette growth. Native to South America, Tonina fluviatilis is commonly used in competition-level and professional aquascapes due to its refined appearance and structured form.

The plant grows vertically from a basal rosette, producing slender stems with finely divided leaves that create a light, feathery texture. Under strong lighting, soft water, and stable CO₂ injection, Tonina fluviatilis displays fresh green to pale silver hues and maintains a compact, elegant shape.

This species is considered demanding and requires soft, acidic water, nutrient-rich substrate, high lighting, and consistent CO₂. With proper care, it becomes a stunning focal background plant. It is completely shrimp-safe and fish-safe, suitable for mature, stable aquariums.

Key Features & Benefits

• Fine, needle-like leaf structure

• Elegant, soft green to silver tones

• Premium plant for advanced aquascaping

• Upright rosette and stem growth

• Adds refined texture and depth

• Safe for shrimp and freshwater fish

Plant Care Information

• Scientific Name: Tonina fluviatilis

• Placement: Background

• Lighting: High

• CO₂ Requirement: Required

• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate

• Difficulty Level: Advanced

• Water Type: Freshwater (soft, acidic preferred)

• Temperature: 22–28°C

• pH Range: 5.0 – 6.5

Aquascaping Uses

• Background feature plant

• High-tech planted tanks

• Competition and showcase aquascapes

• Texture-focused layouts

• Professional aquascaping designs