Elatine

Elatine

Elatine hydropiper

Hard High Light CO2: Recommended
Growth Rate Slow
Size Small
Type Carpet

Water Parameters & Requirements

Temperature
18.0-24.0°C
64-75°F
pH
5.8-6.8
Hardness (GH)
3.0-12.0 dGH
Light
High Light
CO2
Recommended

Care Requirements

Substrate
Optional
Fertilization
Required
Pruning
Not Needed

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About

Ultra‑fine carpet, delicate and dense appearance.

Care Notes

Very sensitive to algae and instability.

Propagation

Carpet division

Quick Summary

Scientific NameElatine hydropiper
FamilyElatinaceae
TypeCarpet
DifficultyHard
LightHigh Light
CO2Recommended
GrowthSlow
SizeSmall
Hardness3.0-12.0 dGH
SubstrateOptional
FertilizationRequired
PruningNot Needed

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