Eleocharis parvulus

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Description
⭐ DifficultyEasy to Moderate
💡 LightingMedium to High
🧪 CO₂Recommended
📈 Growth RateMedium
🌿 Height5–10 cm
📍 PositionForeground
🌡️ Temperature22–28°C
💧 pH6.0–7.5
🌍 OriginCosmopolitan
IntermediateCarpeting PlantCO₂ RecommendedNature Aquarium

Fine grass carpet for a natural aquarium floor. Eleocharis parvulus creates a beautiful hairgrass carpet that mimics a natural underwater meadow. One of the most popular carpeting plants in aquascaping.

CO₂ and moderate to high light recommended for dense carpet formation. Plant in small clumps spaced 2–3 cm apart. Trim regularly to maintain low, even growth.

✂️ Propagation: Spreads via runners. Split and replant clumps. Easy.