Echinodorus tenellus – Aquarium Carpet Plant

Echinodorus tenellus is a popular grass-like aquatic plant ideal for creating a natural green carpet in freshwater aquariums. With its delicate, narrow leaves, this plant resembles a combination of Dwarf Hairgrass and Micro Sword plants, making it an excellent choice for aquascaping and planted tank designs.

This aquarium plant spreads through lateral runners, gradually forming a dense carpet across the foreground of your aquarium under suitable growing conditions. It can also be used as a short background plant in nano aquariums and smaller tanks, adding a natural, grassy appearance to your aquascape.

For the best growth and carpet formation, provide adequate lighting, a nutrient-rich substrate, and stable water conditions. Supplementary CO₂ can help encourage healthier growth and faster spreading, although growth rates depend on the aquarium environment.

If you are looking to create a beautiful planted aquarium with a natural grass-like foreground, Echinodorus tenellus is a great addition to your aquatic plant collection.

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Plant Specifications

• Scientific Name: Echinodorus tenellus
• Plant Type: Carpeting aquatic plant
• Family: Haloragaceae
• Origin: North America
• Height: Approximately 1–3 inches
• Recommended pH: 6.5–7.5
• Temperature Range: 19–30°C
• Growth Habit: Spreads through lateral runners
• Placement: Foreground; suitable as a short background plant in nano tanks
• Lighting: Moderate to high lighting recommended
• CO₂: Recommended for improved growth and carpet development

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