Eleocharis acicularis Tissue Culture - C31326

Eleocharis acicularis – Tissue Culture (Dwarf Hairgrass Carpet Plant)

Create a natural, flowing grassy carpet in your aquarium with Eleocharis acicularis (Dwarf Hairgrass)—one of the most popular foreground plants in aquascaping. With its fine, grass-like blades, it brings a clean, minimalist look to any layout.

Grown in sterile tissue culture, this plant arrives 100% pest-free, algae-free, and safe for shrimp tanks.

Why You’ll Love It

• Classic grass carpet effect – clean and natural look
• Tissue culture grown – no snails, algae, or pests
• Shrimp-safe & pesticide-free
• Spreads via runners to form a dense lawn
• Works in low-tech and high-tech tanks

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Eleocharis acicularis
• Common Name: Dwarf Hairgrass
• Placement: Foreground / Carpet
• Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Lighting: Low to High (faster growth with more light)
• CO₂: Optional (recommended for dense carpets)

 Growth Style

Dwarf Hairgrass spreads naturally through runners, creating a:

• Soft, grassy carpet effect
• Natural “field” appearance in aquascapes
• Flowing movement in water current

 Perfect for Iwagumi, nature-style, and minimalist layouts.

How to Plant (Tissue Culture Prep)

1. Remove plant from cup
2. Rinse off all gel completely
3. Divide into small plugs (10–20 portions)
4. Plant each clump 1–2 cm apart into substrate

Pro Tip: The more you separate it, the faster it will spread into a full carpet.

Care Notes

• Initial melting is normal during transition
• Trim regularly to keep carpet low and dense
• Nutrient-rich substrate improves spread and health
• CO₂ and stronger lighting = faster, thicker carpet

What You Get

• 1 sealed cup of Eleocharis acicularis Tissue Culture
• Multiple healthy plant portions ready to plant

 Perfect For:

• Foreground carpeting in planted tanks
• Iwagumi & nature aquascapes
• Beginner to advanced hobbyists
• Shrimp and nano fish tanks

Pro Aquascaper Tip

For a lush, dense lawn effect:

• Use aquasoil substrate
• Provide strong lighting
• Add CO₂ for faster horizontal spread
• Trim often to encourage side growth