Eleocharis Parvula Mini, more commonly known as Dwarf Hair Grass or Hair Grass Mini is a staple foreground plant that resembles a lawn of grass in a backyard. This aquarium plant is the epitome of underwater lawns and its thin stalks grow vertically from roots that spread by sending runners horizontally.
High lighting and CO2 injection are not necessarily required to grow Dwarf Hair Grass but are highly recommended as it produces a highly noticeable difference in growth rate and overall lush factor. To plant, gently separate the plant into small portions and plant each portion an inch or so apart halfway into the substrate. Once established, regular trimming will be required as once it sends runners out, the plant grows quickly.
Plant Care & Information
| Common Name(s) | Dwarf Hair Grass, Hair Grass Mini |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Carpet |
| Care Level | Easy to Intermediate |
| Lighting | Medium to High |
| CO2 | Recommended |
| Growth Rate | Moderate to Fast |
| Suggested Placement | Foreground |
| Height / Size | 1-3"+ |
| Propagation | Trim & replant runners |
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 Parvula Mini, also known as Dwarf Hair Grass, is a popular foreground plant for aquariums. Customers praise its easy care, moderate to fast growth rate, and lush appearance with recommended high lighting and CO2. The plants are reported to arrive healthy and happy, and customers are satisfied with the overall purchase experience.
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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."
Shipping
Orders are typically processed within 1-2 business days M-F. However, additional time may be required during peak seasons and federal holidays. For orders containing live plants, we exercise extra caution and assess factors such as travel distance and weather to ensure safe transit.
To avoid delays, please ensure all order information is accurate and complete. We cannot offer refunds and are not responsible for orders shipped to incorrect addresses due to errors in provided information. Once an order has been shipped, delivery times are determined by the carrier and are outside of our control. On average, shipments arrive within 2–5 business days, excluding weekends and holidays. For more information, please visit our FAQ page.
Returns
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