Eleocharis acicularis Tissue Culture - C31326
Eleocharis acicularis Tissue Culture - C31326 is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Eleocharis acicularis Tissue Culture - C31326
Description
Description
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)
- Remove plant from cup
- Rinse off all gel completely
- Divide into small plugs (10–20 portions)
- 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
Specifications
Specifications
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Product TypeEleocharis
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Species TypeEleocharis acicularis
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