Eleocharis acicularis is very common and thrives in almost all conditions in an aquarium. An open space without shading from other plants is still preferable.

After planting, the roots will start colonizing the surroundings, creating a beautiful carpet of 6-15 cm height. If the carpet grows too tall, you may carefully cut it back to the preferred height.

Plant Information

• Type: Stolon

• Origin: Cosmopolitan
  (Found worldwide; cultivars may be developed in cultivation.)

• Growth Rate: Medium
  (Grows at a moderate pace compared to other aquatic plants.)

• Height: 10 - 15+ cm
  (Expected height after two months in an aquarium.)

• Light Demand: — (Not specified, but medium light is typically 0.5 W/L.)

• CO₂ Requirement: — (Not specified, but a medium demand is 6-14 mg/L; high demand starts at 15-25 mg/L.)