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ADA IC008 Hemianthus Callitrichoides Cuba
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Dwarf Baby Tears (ADA IC008 Hemianthus callitrichoides ‘Cuba’) is one of the most sought-after foreground carpet plants. It features ultra-small leaves and dense, lush carpeting under high light and CO₂-enriched conditions—perfect for refined nano, Iwagumi, or Nature‑style aquascapes.
- Type: Carpeting
- Origin: Cuba
- Growth Rate: Medium
- Height: 3–5 cm
- Light Demand: High
- CO₂ Demand: High
- Fertiliser Demand: Medium to High
- Difficulty: Medium to Advanced
- Plant Use: Foreground
Notice: Delivery of plants is only available in Bangalore. Please read Shipping & Delivery Policy for details.
₹350.00
Description
ADA IC008 Hemianthus callitrichoides ‘Cuba’ – Dwarf Baby Tears Carpet Plant
Hemianthus callitrichoides ‘Cuba’ (commonly HC Cuba) is renowned for its miniature, bright-green leaves and its ability to form an elegant dense carpet in high-tech planted aquariums.
Plant Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Carpeting |
| Origin | Cuba (Caribbean) |
| Growth Rate | Medium |
| Height | 3–5 cm |
| Light Demand | High |
| CO₂ Demand | High |
| Fertiliser Demand | Medium to High |
| Difficulty | Medium to Advanced |
| Plant Use | Foreground |
Care Instructions
- Plant small clusters (~3–5 stems) a few cm apart to encourage rapid carpeting.
- Requires strong lighting and consistent CO₂ injection to maintain compact growth.
- Thrives in rich substrate with regular dosing of nutrients such as iron, nitrates, and phosphates.
- Trim regularly to promote lateral spreading and prevent stems from shading out.
- Maintain good water circulation and avoid temperature above 26–28 °C to prevent melting.
Additional information
| Weight | 0.1 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 10 × 10 × 10 cm |
| CO2 Demand |
Low |
| Difficulty Level |
Advanced ,Medium |
| Fertilizer Demand |
High ,Medium |
| Light Demand |
High |
| Packaging Type |
Cup |
| Plant Use |
Carpeting ,Foreground |
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