Dwarf hairgrass

Eleocharis parvula

Family : Cyperaceae

PlantFreshwatercarpet

Dwarf hairgrass is a foreground plant that forms a fine grass carpet, ideal for natural aquariums.

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Popularity
Carpet (advanced)
CO₂ + intense light
Availability
Order only
Shop availability
IUCN Status
LC
Least Concern
Biotope
Europe
Poissons et invertébrés d'Europe tempérée.

Description

This plant looks like fine grass, with light green stems 5-10 cm tall. It spreads via underground stolons. It grows moderately fast. It requires moderate to high light. Can be used as foreground or midground. It is easier than Hemianthus.

Habitat

Region :

This plant grows in wetlands, marshes, and lake edges, often in shallow sandy waters. It forms fine grass carpets.

Distribution :

Recommended parameters

Temperature1826 °C
pH67.5
GH312 °dGH
KH28 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.5 mg/L

Care

Difficulty
2/5
Diet
Photosynthetic
Min. tank
20 L
Min. group
1
Adult size
10 cm
Lifespan
3 years
Temperament
Peaceful
Propagation
Division des touffes ou repiquage des stolons.

Care notes

Easy to moderate. Temperature 18-26°C, pH 6.0-7.5, low to moderate hardness. Moderate to high light. CO2 recommended for dense growth but not mandatory. Nutrient-rich substrate helps. Regular trimming to keep low carpet. Can be planted in small clumps. Compatible with most fish.

Similar species

Espèces proches, même habitat ou même maintenance

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