Japanese Dwarf Hairgrass (Eleocharis parvula 'Mini') - Tissue Culture

The Japanese Dwarf Hairgrass (Eleocharis parvula 'Mini') is a compact, low-growing variant of the popular Dwarf Hairgrass, perfect for creating a lush, natural carpet in aquariums of all sizes. With its fine, bright green blades and ability to spread rapidly through runners, this plant forms a dense, soft-textured carpet that enhances the depth and realism of aquascapes. Compared to standard Dwarf Hairgrass, the 'Mini' variety grows even shorter, making it an excellent choice for nano tanks and high-end planted layouts.

Grown in sterile tissue culture, this plant is 100% pest-free, disease-free, and algae-free, ensuring a healthy and clean start for your aquarium. Unlike traditionally grown plants, tissue culture specimens arrive with strong, young growth, ready to establish in your tank.

Features We Love:

• Perfect Nano Carpet Plant – Stays shorter than standard Dwarf Hairgrass, ideal for small tanks and foreground placement.
• Fast-Spreading Runners – Forms a thick, lush carpet when given proper lighting and nutrients.
• Oxygenates & Reduces Algae Growth – Absorbs excess nutrients while providing oxygen and biofilm for shrimp and small fish.
• Ideal for Shrimp & Community Tanks – Creates a soft, natural habitat for invertebrates and bottom-dwelling fish.

Care Guidelines:

• Light: Moderate to high.
• Temperature: 68° - 82° F (20° - 28° C).
• pH Range: 6.0 - 7.5.
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast.
• Ideal Placement: Foreground.

Pro Tips:

• CO₂ Encourages Dense Growth – While not required, CO₂ supplementation enhances spreading and keeps the carpet short and compact.
• Trim Regularly for Best Results – Cutting the blades shorter encourages horizontal spreading rather than upward growth.
• Plant in Small Clumps – Spacing out tissue culture portions allows runners to spread naturally, forming a uniform carpet.
• Nutrient-Rich Substrate Helps – A fine-grain, nutrient-rich substrate like aquasoil promotes strong root development.

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