Livestock compatible with Narrow Leaf Marsilea
Marsilea angustifolia
6 rated pairings from the Narrow Leaf Marsilea care guide. Compatibility here means water, temperament, tank zone and adult size all line up — the note on each card says why.
Excellent matches
4 · Same water, complementary zones, no conflict.
Otocinclus
Otocinclus vittatus
10 gal min · 1.5" adult · Peaceful
Small, peaceful algae-eaters that won't uproot or damage delicate plant structure
Red Cherry Shrimp
Neocaridina davidi
5 gal min · 1.2" adult · Peaceful
Gentle invertebrates that graze algae without harming plants; ideal for planted foreground
Dwarf Hairgrass
Eleocharis parvula
Complementary foreground plant with similar low-light tolerance and slow growth rate
Cryptocoryne Wendtii
Cryptocoryne wendtii
Compatible foreground companion plant with similar care requirements and low-light needs
Good matches
2 · Compatible with normal care — watch space and numbers.
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