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ELEOCHARIS PUSILLA – In Vitro Foreground Carpet Plant for Dense, Low-Growing Aquascapes
Eleocharis pusilla is a low-growing, grass-like carpeting plant perfect for forming dense, bright green mats in the foreground of freshwater aquariums. Closely related to Eleocharis parvula, it has a slightly slower growth rate, making it ideal for long-term, stable layouts where structure and proportion are essential.
Reaching a maximum height of about 5 cm, Eleocharis pusilla spreads via underground runners, producing a neat, compact carpet. It thrives under medium lighting and with regular CO₂ fertilization, responding well to nutrient-rich granular substrates. Its fine, curved blades are especially suitable for natural and Iwagumi-style aquascapes that require refined visual balance.
Cultivated in vitro, this plant is grown in sterile gel free of snails, algae, and pests, making it completely safe for shrimp, sensitive fish, and newly established aquariums. Before planting, rinse off the gel under running water, divide the plant into small 1–2 cm clumps, and plant them closely using tweezers.
Main features:
Ultra-low carpeting plant for foreground use
Height: up to 5 cm
Slow, controlled growth via runners
Light green, thin, flexible blades
Requires medium light and regular CO₂
In vitro grown: algae- and pest-free
Safe for shrimp and delicate species
Easy to plant and ideal for lasting layouts
Why choose Eleocharis pusilla in vitro:
Eleocharis pusilla is the ideal choice for aquarists aiming to create low, stable, and visually clean carpets. Its slow but steady spread, combined with the safety of in vitro cultivation, makes it a trusted favorite for professional and hobbyist aquascapers alike.
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