Dwarf baby tears
Hemianthus callitrichoides
Familie : Linderniaceae
Dwarf baby tears is a highly sought-after foreground plant for creating a dense carpet in aquariums.
Beschreibung
This plant has very small round leaves (2-3 mm) on thin stems. It grows quickly and forms a dense carpet if conditions are good. It requires high light and CO2 to thrive. Often used in 'natural' or 'Dutch' style aquariums. It can be planted in small clumps.
Lebensraum
Region :
This plant grows in wetlands and marshes, often along river and lake edges, on sandy or muddy soils. It forms dense carpets.
Verbreitung :
Empfohlene Parameter
Pflege
Pflegehinweise
Demanding plant. Temperature 22-28°C, pH 6.0-7.0, low hardness. High light (at least 1W/L). CO2 essential. Liquid fertilizers and nutrient-rich substrate recommended. Regular trimming needed to maintain carpet. Sensitive to algae if balance is off. Suitable for experienced aquarists.