Lilaeopsis brasiliensis is a popular low-growing aquarium plant admired for its ability to form a lush, emerald-green carpet across the aquarium floor. Compact in size yet visually striking, this versatile foreground plant enhances aquascapes with a natural, grassy look.

Its easy-care nature makes it suitable for both beginners and experienced aquarists. With moderate to high light and nutrient support, Lilaeopsis quickly spreads across the substrate, creating a vibrant underwater lawn effect. Perfect for Iwagumi, nature-style layouts, and planted tanks seeking a realistic, natural carpet.

Key Features

• Vibrant Carpet Forms a dense, bright green lawn-like carpet.
• Compact Growth Stays low, ideal for foreground planting.
• Beginner-Friendly Hardy and easy to maintain
• Fast Spreading Quickly covers the substrate under proper care.
• Natural Beauty Adds a grassy, organic look to aquascapes.

Care Guide

• Lighting: Moderate to high lighting ensures compact growth.
• CO & Fertilization: Benefits from CO injection and root fertilization for faster, denser coverage.
• Water Parameters: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral water (pH 6.07.5) with moderate hardness.
• Planting: Plant in small clumps directly into nutrient-rich substrate; spreads via runners.
• Maintenance: Trim regularly to encourage denser carpet formation.

Ideal For

Foreground carpeting in aquascapes
Low-maintenance community tanks
Beginner-friendly planted setups
Nature-style or Iwagumi aquariums