Livestock compatible with Water Violet
Hottonia palustris
6 rated pairings from the Water Violet care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why.
Excellent matches
5 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful algae grazers that won't damage delicate foliage and thrive in cool, well-oxygenated water
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Peaceful invertebrates that clean algae without damaging plants and tolerate cool water conditions
Hornwort
Ceratophyllum demersum
Complementary cold-water stem plant with similar care requirements; creates natural-looking planted layout
Java Fern
Microsorum pteropus
Hardy cold-water plant that pairs well with Water Violet; both thrive in cool, clear, well-lit tanks
White Cloud Mountain Minnow
Tanichthys albonubes
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Temperate fish species that prefer cool water (5–18°C) and won't disturb delicate plant structure
Good matches
1 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
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