Fringed Heartwort (Ricciocarpos Natans) is a perennial aquatic in the Ricciaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires aquatic watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 4-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Ricciocarpos natans is a distinctive aquatic liverwort species known for its floating thallus and fringed appearance.

Fringed Heartwort

Fringed Heartwort

Ricciocarpos Natans

Ricciocarpos natans is a distinctive aquatic liverwort species known for its floating thallus and fringed appearance.

Quick Facts

Type
aquatic
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
aquatic
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
4-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:silty, loamy
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, aquatic habitat

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Fringed Heartwort

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Prune
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Fertilize
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Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Ricciaceae
Genus:Ricciocarpos