Eleocharis Belem, also known simply as Hair Grass, Japanese Hair Grass and a multitude of other names, is a carpeting aquarium plant that has been used for years! Typically used to grow a carpet for aquascaping, this form of hair grass is similar to Eleocharis Parvula, but with a slightly curved tips. Its low growth is compact and great for nano aquariums to long tanks and more. Hair grass is considered an easy care aquatic plant and is suitable for low tech planted aquariums or setups without CO2. While it isn't required, adding CO2 will significantly boost growing rate and plant thickness! So, if you want an aquarium carpet fast, consider adding it.
Additional care includes good tank lighting, nutritious aquasoil and a liquid aquatic plant fertilizer. If you're using sand, consider adding some root tabs to provide micro and macronutrients. Planting is easy and can be done by separating into small portions and using aquascaping tweezers! Space each portion an inch or so apart halfway into the aquarium substrate. Once your hairgrass is mature, it will need regular trims to maintain low, uniform growth! Hair grass plants grow through runners but Eleocharis Belem isn't as invasive and will be easier to maintain.
The image below features an Ultum Nature Systems 75P planted aquarium tank utilizing Eleocharis Belem.
Use high quality soil and liquid fertilizer for optimal plant growth and coloration
Also known as Hair Grass, Eleocharis Belem, Japanese Hair Grass · Plant type Carpet
Aquarium plants can vary in growth form and may require time to transition to your aquarium environment, whether grown submerged or emersed. This transition period is a natural part of establishing healthy, long-term growth in planted aquariums.
From carpeting plants in the foreground to stem plants and larger species used in the midground or background, each plant offers a unique contribution to a balanced and natural aquascape. As plants adapt, it is normal to see minor changes such as leaf melt, color shifts, or new growth patterns as they settle into their new conditions.
We carefully inspect and prepare all live aquatic plants prior to shipping. While we do our best to minimize hitchhikers, we cannot guarantee plants to be completely pest or snail-free unless tissue culture options are selected.
Because live plants are perishable, some signs of transit stress may occur, including leaf loss or cosmetic damage. These are typically temporary and when when healthy roots are present, most plants will recover with proper care.
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Tissue culture aquarium plants are grown in sterile, laboratory conditions, ensuring they are free from pests, algae, and snails. These young plants are cultivated in nutrient-rich gel and are grown in emersed form before being introduced into the aquarium.
Tissue culture plants are best for aquascapers looking for clean, controlled plant material, especially for shrimp tanks or sensitive setups. Before planting, the gel media should be gently removed, and the plant can be divided into smaller portions for planting.
With proper care, tissue culture plants transition quickly and establish into healthy submerged growth.
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Overall rating: 4.9454546 / 5 from 55 reviews.
Eleocharis Belem, also known as Hair Grass, is a carpeting aquarium plant known for its low growth and suitability for various aquarium sizes. It is easy to care for and thrives in low-tech planted aquariums. Adding CO2 can boost its growth rate and thickness, and it requires good lighting and nutritious aquasoil. Regular trimming is necessary to maintain its low, uniform growth.
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"The Eleocharis Belem arrived healthy, vibrant green, and well-packaged. It was easy to separate into small clumps and plant in my aquarium. Even after a short time, it looks fresh and has started settling in nicely. I'm excited to see it fill in over the next few weeks and would definitely purchase it again if it continues growing this well."
"Perfect as always. I have never received a plant that did not arrive healthy and vibrant ! Always packed for health and a timely delivery you can count on !"
"Super nice"
"Not bad the grass looks great but was covered in gel that i could not see until i placed it in the tank and it started coming off."
"Fast shipping and beautifully packaged"
"Everything arrived beautiful and healthy!"
"Came in great condition, no issues."
"Looks great and it's growing amazing even with no CO2. Highly recommend it and it's spreading so it's creating a beautiful carpet"
"Great product"
"Great tissue culture, acclimated well with no pests or issues."
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