Eleocharis parvula (Hairgrass) Tissue Culture - C3415

Eleocharis parvula – Tissue Culture (Hairgrass Carpet)

Create a clean, natural grass carpet in your aquarium with Eleocharis parvula, one of the most popular and reliable carpeting plants in aquascaping. Known for its fine, grass-like blades and steady spreading growth, it forms a soft, lush foreground that suits both beginner and advanced setups.

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

• Classic grass carpet look
• Spreads via runners for full coverage
• Hardier and more forgiving than mini hairgrass
• Tissue culture grown – no pests, algae, or snails
• Shrimp-safe & pesticide-free

 Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Eleocharis parvula
• Common Name: Dwarf Hairgrass
• Placement: Foreground / Carpet
• Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Lighting: Low to High
• CO₂: Optional (recommended for faster carpeting)

Growth Style (Key Selling Feature)

Eleocharis parvula spreads through horizontal runners, creating:

• A soft, natural grass-like carpet
• Slightly taller blades than ‘Mini’ hairgrass
• A flowing, organic look in water movement

 Ideal for natural, jungle, and Iwagumi-style aquascapes

How to Plant (Tissue Culture Prep)

1. Remove plant from cup
2. Rinse off all nutrient gel thoroughly
3. Divide into small plugs (10–20+ portions)
4. Plant each portion 1–2 cm apart

 Tip: Smaller plugs result in faster and more even carpet coverage.

Care Notes

• Some initial melting may occur—this is normal
• Trim regularly to maintain a low, dense carpet
• Nutrient-rich substrate improves spreading
• Stronger lighting and CO₂ increase density and speed

What You Get

• 1 sealed cup of Eleocharis parvula Tissue Culture
• Multiple ready-to-plant portions

Perfect For

• Foreground carpeting
• Beginner planted tanks
• Iwagumi layouts
• Shrimp tanks
• Natural-style aquascapes

Pro Aquascaper Tip

For a thick, evenly grown carpet:

• Use aquasoil or nutrient-rich substrate
• Provide medium to strong lighting
• Add CO₂ to accelerate horizontal spread
• Trim regularly to promote lateral growth