Water Sprite (Ceratopteris Thalictroides)

Ceratopteris Thalictroides Water Sprite Easy Beginner Aquarium Plant

$7.99

Usually ships in 1-2 business days from our fulfillment center

Fill your planted aquarium with lush, bright green foliage with Ceratopteris thalictroides, commonly known as Water Sprite. This fast-growing aquatic fern features finely divided, lacy leaves that spread outward as the plant matures, creating soft, whimsy greenery. Its naturally bushy growth makes it a great choice for filling open spaces in the midground or background of an aquascape.

One of Water Sprite's most useful characteristics is its versatility. It can be planted directly into aquarium substrate or left floating at the water's surface, where its trailing roots and leaves provide additional coverage for fish, fry, and shrimplets. Its rapid growth also allows it to absorb nutrients directly from the water column, helping maintain a balanced system.

Water Sprite is an easy, adaptable aquarium plant suitable for beginners and experienced hobbyists alike. It grows well in a variety of aquarium conditions without requiring CO2 injection, although adequate lighting and consistent nutrients support healthy growth. Under favorable conditions, Water Sprite can grow quite large, making regular trimming or removal of excess growth important for keeping it manageable.

Plant Care Snapshot

Care level Easy

Lighting Low to Medium

CO2 Not Required

Growth rate Fast

Planting tip ·

Use high quality soil and liquid fertilizer for optimal plant growth and coloration

In your aquascape

Placement Background, Floating

Height / size 5-15"+

Propagation Divide & Replant

Also known as Water Sprite, Water Fern · Plant type Rosette

Aquarium plants can vary in growth form and may require time to transition to your aquarium environment, whether grown submerged or emersed. This transition period is a natural part of establishing healthy, long-term growth in planted aquariums.

From carpeting plants in the foreground to stem plants and larger species used in the midground or background, each plant offers a unique contribution to a balanced and natural aquascape. As plants adapt, it is normal to see minor changes such as leaf melt, color shifts, or new growth patterns as they settle into their new conditions.

We carefully inspect and prepare all live aquatic plants prior to shipping. While we do our best to minimize hitchhikers, we cannot guarantee plants to be completely pest or snail-free unless tissue culture options are selected.

Because live plants are perishable, some signs of transit stress may occur, including leaf loss or cosmetic damage. These are typically temporary and when when healthy roots are present, most plants will recover with proper care.

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Tissue culture aquarium plants are grown in sterile, laboratory conditions, ensuring they are free from pests, algae, and snails. These young plants are cultivated in nutrient-rich gel and are grown in emersed form before being introduced into the aquarium.

Tissue culture plants are best for aquascapers looking for clean, controlled plant material, especially for shrimp tanks or sensitive setups. Before planting, the gel media should be gently removed, and the plant can be divided into smaller portions for planting.

With proper care, tissue culture plants transition quickly and establish into healthy submerged growth.

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Ceratopteris Thalictroides $7.99

Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 3 reviews.

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Some of the best plants I ever bought

"These quickly adapted to underwater form and are doing great."

— Maarten C. (5/5)

Very nice plant!

"Super fast shipping. The plant was in excellent condition. I’m very pleased with Glass Aqua. Would definitely recommend them!"

— Daniel B. (5/5)

Growing Well

"Shipping was quick and the plants came in looking amazing. This Tissue culture came in looking great. It has adjusted to grown submerged and is taking off very nicely."

— Amber Y. (5/5)

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