Name: TROPICA - Hemianthus callitrichoides \'Cuba\' - In vitro
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SKU: 048B TC
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Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba' - The ideal plant for a lawn carpet

Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba' is one of the most popular ground cover plants in aquascaping. With its tiny, rounded leaves , it creates a dense, lush carpet in the foreground of the aquarium. This exceptional plant, native to Cuba, requires good lighting and a CO2 system to express its full potential. Highly appreciated for its natural, lively appearance, it produces small oxygen bubbles that delicately attach to its leaves. Regular maintenance helps maintain its perfect grassy effect and prevents the lower parts from suffocating.

Creates a compact grass carpet for a natural and aesthetic look.
Ideal for aquascaping , perfect in the foreground of an aquarium.
Promotes oxygenation through the production of oxygen bubbles.

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A perfect plant for a natural-looking aquarium

Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba'

Native to Cuba, Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba' grows in shallow, rocky streams. Its distinctive feature is its creeping growth habit and rounded leaves measuring only a few millimeters across, creating a dense, lush carpet that enhances the aquatic landscape. It is particularly popular in aquascaping for its natural appearance and its ability to provide a striking contrast with mineral elements such as rocks and roots.

Its establishment requires a certain amount of care: it must be planted in small clumps spaced a few centimeters apart to promote optimal rooting. Once well established, it gradually spreads and covers the entire aquarium floor, creating a spectacular grassy effect.

Ideal conditions for optimal growth

To ensure healthy and dense development, it is essential to respect certain conditions:

Intense lighting (more than 0.5 Watt/L) to maintain compact growth.
High CO2 input (15-25 mg/L) for a dense, well-rooted carpet.
Water temperature between 20 and 28°C , with an ideal pH between 5 and 8.

Regular filter cleaning and good water quality are also essential to prevent the appearance of algae that could compromise its growth.

Regular maintenance for a perfect result

To maintain its lush appearance and prevent the lower parts from becoming smothered, regular pruning is necessary. Ideally, it is recommended to cut the stems to about 1 cm from the ground every 3 to 4 weeks.

Nutrient- rich soil will facilitate rooting and growth. It is recommended to use a fine-grained substrate to ensure better root adhesion.

Technical characteristics

Type: Ground cover plant
Origin: Cuba
Growth: Average
Size: 3 to 5 cm
Light requirement: High
CO2 requirement: High
Maintenance difficulty: Medium to high

An ideal choice for aquascaping

With its compact growth habit and unique grassy effect, Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba' is a plant of choice for all aquascaping enthusiasts. It brings a vibrant greenery to the foreground and enhances the aquarium decor by offering unparalleled visual harmony.

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