Needle spikerush
Eleocharis acicularis
Familia : Cyperaceae
PlantaAgua dulcecarpet
Needle spikerush is a foreground plant larger than dwarf hairgrass, forming fine grass clumps.
Estado IUCN
LC
Preocupación menor
Descripción
This plant has taller stems (10-20 cm) and finer than Eleocharis parvula. It forms dense clumps. It grows quickly and can be used as midground. It is very hardy and tolerates a wide range of conditions.
Hábitat
Región :
Similar to Eleocharis parvula, but grows in deeper waters and various substrates.
Distribución :
Parámetros recomendados
Temperatura18–26 °C
pH6–7.5
GH3–12 °dGH
KH2–8 °dKH
NO₃
≤ 20 mg/L
PO₄
≤ 0.5 mg/L
Cuidado
Dificultad
1/5
Dieta
Fotosintético
Tanque mín.
20 L
Grupo mín.
1
Tamaño adulto
20 cm
Esperanza de vida
3 años
Temperamento
Pacífico
Propagación
Notas de cuidado
Easy. Temperature 18-26°C, pH 6.0-7.5, low to moderate hardness. Moderate light. CO2 optional. Nutrient-rich substrate helps. Regular trimming to control height. Can be used as background if allowed to grow. Resistant to algae.