Small Leaf Aquatic Mint (Micromeria brownei)

Description

Small Leaf Aquatic Mint for Sale — The Fragrant Mint-Scented Aquatic Plant for Ponds and Aquariums

If you’ve been searching for Small Leaf Aquatic Mint for sale, Quinn’s Fins grows Micromeria brownei — commonly known as Mint Charlie, Creeping Charlie, or Browne’s Savory — right here in our on-site nursery greenhouse. Small Leaf Aquatic Mint is one of the most genuinely unique plants in the aquarium and pond plant hobby — a true aquatic from the freshwater wetlands, pond margins, and floodplain forests of Central and South Florida and the Gulf Coast region that delivers an extraordinary sensory quality virtually no other aquarium or pond plant possesses: a true, fresh mint fragrance released from the leaves and stems whenever they are crushed, brushed, or trimmed. The small, kidney-shaped to oval, light green leaves with scalloped edges grow on freely creeping stems that spread horizontally across the water surface or grow upright in the aquarium to reach 20 inches — and when those stems are pruned, the water garden or aquarium briefly fills with a clean, refreshing mint aroma that is as surprising as it is delightful. Tiny lavender to pinkish-white flowers with dark purple throats appear on stems that reach the water surface in sunlight — a charming bonus bloom from an already exceptional plant. Small Leaf Aquatic Mint for sale at Quinn’s Fins is available as a bunch (SKU 6129-1, $5.99) or in a 2″ pot (SKU 6129-2, $7.99).

Why Small Leaf Aquatic Mint for Sale Is Uniquely Valuable in Any Pond or Aquarium

Small Leaf Aquatic Mint occupies a genuinely singular position in the aquarium and pond plant world — it is the fragrant aquatic plant, the one that engages the sense of smell in a hobby almost entirely focused on visual experience.

• True mint fragrance released when leaves and stems are crushed or trimmed — one of the very few aquatic plants with a genuine aromatic characteristic
• Small kidney-shaped to oval light green scalloped leaves — fine, soft texture that provides natural midground and background interest
• Tiny lavender flowers with dark purple throats — appear when stems reach the water surface in full sun
• Fast-growing — spreads quickly to fill midground and background space in aquariums and pond margins
• Strong oxygenator — actively photosynthesizes and oxygenates water as it grows
• Trimmable to any size without harm — one of the most maintenance-flexible aquarium and pond plants available
• Versatile placement — suitable for aquariums, ponds, paludariums, terrariums, and container water features
• Excellent shrimp and fry shelter — dense creeping growth provides microhabitat and hiding cover for small invertebrates and juvenile fish
• Native Florida wetland plant — a genuinely local aquatic species with authentic ecological provenance

Growing Small Leaf Aquatic Mint — Care at a Glance

The Fragrance Characteristic

Small Leaf Aquatic Mint releases its mint fragrance primarily through physical contact with the leaves and stems — crushing, brushing, or trimming releases aromatic oils from the foliage. Underwater, the fragrance is less detectable but emerges strongly at trimming time. The fragrance is most pronounced in plants grown with access to air above the water surface — emersed or pond margin plantings produce the most aromatic specimens.

Placement — Aquarium and Pond

Small Leaf Aquatic Mint is a true aquatic that grows fully submerged in aquariums or at the pond margin — and it is one of the few plants versatile enough to perform well in both environments. In aquariums, plant in the midground or background where creeping stems can spread naturally or be trained upright. In ponds, plant at the margin or in shallow water where stems will spread across the surface. It can also be grown floating freely at the pond surface, in paludariums and terrariums with consistent moisture, or in hanging baskets allowed to cascade over the edge.

Light

Small Leaf Aquatic Mint performs in low to medium lighting — one of its most practical advantages for aquarium use. It does not require high-output lighting or specialized equipment. In higher light with access to the water surface, flowering is more prolific. In lower aquarium light, the plant grows more slowly but remains healthy and attractive.

Trimming — The Maintenance Advantage

Small Leaf Aquatic Mint can be trimmed to any size at any time without harming the plant. Unlike many aquarium plants where trimming causes rot or sets back growth, this species responds to trimming with vigorous new branching and side shoot production — each trim makes the plant bushier and denser. When trimming, simply cut stems to the desired height and replant the cut tops in the substrate — they root quickly within a few days and produce new plants. Trim regularly to prevent the plant from overwhelming smaller tankmates or shading foreground plants.

Water Parameters

• Temperature: 75–82°F (24–28°C) for aquarium use; tolerates cooler pond conditions in Zones 8–10
• pH: 5.8–7.6 — adaptable across a wide range
• Hardness: Soft to moderately hard — highly adaptable
• CO2: Not required
• Light: Low to medium
• Flow: Low to moderate
• Minimum Tank Size: 15 gallons for aquarium use

Propagation

Small Leaf Aquatic Mint propagates easily by stem cuttings — cut a healthy stem section and replant directly in the substrate. Cuttings root within a few days and begin producing new growth quickly. The plant also spreads naturally via stolons — creeping root-like stems that extend horizontally and produce new plants at nodes.

Hardiness — Pond Use

Small Leaf Aquatic Mint is hardy in Zones 8–10 for outdoor pond use. In Zone 8, plants may need winter protection or replacement in cold years. In cooler zones, grow as an annual in the pond or bring indoors to an aquarium or greenhouse for winter. Does not tolerate prolonged drought — roots and stems must remain consistently moist to wet at all times.

Two Ways to Buy Small Leaf Aquatic Mint for Sale at Quinn’s Fins

• Bunch (SKU 6129-1) — $5.99: Multiple nursery-grown stems bundled together. Separate stems and plant individually into aquarium substrate or pond margin soil. Rinse thoroughly before use. Each stem can be replanted as a separate individual plant.
• 2″ Pot (SKU 6129-2) — $7.99: Nursery-grown in a 2″ pot with established root structure. Remove plant and all growing media before use. Never place pot or media directly in the aquarium or pond. Rinse thoroughly after removal and separate stems for planting.

Nursery-Grown at Quinn’s Fins

Every Small Leaf Aquatic Mint for sale at Quinn’s Fins is grown right here in our on-site nursery greenhouse — not drop-shipped or bulk-sourced. We grow what we sell.

For more on growing Small Leaf Aquatic Mint in ponds and aquariums, visit the Pond Informer’s Mint Charlie care guide or browse our full selection of aquatic plants at Quinn’s Fins.

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