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HEMIANTHUS CALLITRICHOIDES 'CUBA' – The Smallest Aquarium Carpet Plant for the Foreground
Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba' is an extraordinary aquarium plant discovered several years ago in a stream on the island of Cuba. With leaves only a few millimeters wide, it is considered the world's smallest aquarium plant, ideal for creating dense and compact carpets in the aquarium foreground. Its horizontal growth and extremely compact form make it an essential element in both natural and ornamental aquascaping.
Despite its tiny size, Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba' is highly adaptable to various water conditions, tolerating a wide range of pH and hardness levels. However, to achieve a healthy and dense carpet, strong lighting and a good supply of CO₂ are crucial. Emersed-grown plants can be easily divided into small clumps and planted in the substrate, quickly forming a uniform green lawn that enhances any aquascape. Its combination with different types of rocks creates aquascaping designs that appear both ornamental and natural.
Main features:
Origin: Cuba
Smallest aquarium plant in the world
Leaves only a few millimeters wide
Compact horizontal growth
Forms dense and natural carpets
Adapts to various water conditions
Requires strong lighting
Needs medium-high CO₂ supplementation
Ideal for natural and ornamental layouts
Why choose Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba':
Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba' is the perfect choice for aquascaping enthusiasts seeking a dense and natural-looking green carpet. Thanks to its compact growth, outstanding visual impact, and versatility in creating layouts with rocks and driftwood, it remains one of the most appreciated plants for aquarium foregrounds.
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