Hemianthus callitrichoides Tissue Culture - C31138
Hemianthus callitrichoides Tissue Culture - C31138 is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Hemianthus callitrichoides Tissue Culture - C31138
Hemianthus callitrichoides Tissue Culture - C31138
Description
Description
Create a stunning, lush green carpet with Hemianthus callitrichoides ‘Cuba’ (HC Cuba)one of the most iconic and sought-after carpeting plants in aquascaping. Known for its tiny leaves and dense growth, it forms a vibrant, professional-grade foreground that turns any tank into a showpiece.
Grown in sterile tissue culture, this plant arrives 100% pest-free, algae-free, and safe for shrimp tanks.
- Ultra-fine carpet – one of the smallest leaf aquarium plants
- Creates a dense, professional aquascape look
- Tissue culture grown – no snails, algae, or pests
- Shrimp-safe & pesticide-free
- High-demand plant for premium setups
Plant Details
- Scientific Name: Hemianthus callitrichoides
- Common Name: HC Cuba / Dwarf Baby Tears
- Placement: Foreground / Carpet
- Difficulty: Advanced
- Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast (under ideal conditions)
- Lighting: High
- CO₂: Required
- Nutrients: High demand
Growth Style (Key Selling Feature)
HC Cuba is famous for its:
- Tiny, bright green leaves
- Extremely dense, low-growing carpet
- Horizontal spreading via runners
This is the gold standard for high-end carpet aquascapes.
How to Plant (Tissue Culture Prep)
- Remove plant from cup
- Rinse off all nutrient gel thoroughly
- Divide into very small portions (10–20+ pieces)
- Plant each piece 1–2 cm apart into substrate
Pro Tip: Smaller portions = faster, more even carpet spread.
Care Notes (Important)
- Requires strong lighting and stable CO₂
- Sensitive to fluctuations—best in established tanks
- May melt initially during transition
- Needs nutrient-rich substrate for best results
What You Get
- 1 sealed cup of HC Cuba Tissue Culture
- Multiple plant portions ready to plant and spread
Perfect For:
- High-tech planted aquariums
- Iwagumi layouts
- Competition aquascaping
- Experienced hobbyists
Pro Aquascaper Tip
For a lush, carpeted lawn effect:
- Use high PAR lighting
- Maintain consistent CO₂ levels
- Dose nutrients regularly
- Trim often to keep low and dense
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