Hemianthus Micranthemoides, also known as Pearl Weed or Pearl Grass, is a popular aquarium plant cherished for its fine texture and versatility in aquascaping. With its tiny round bright green leaves and delicate stems, it creates a lush, bushy effectperfect for foregrounds, midgrounds, or even as a carpeting plant in freshwater tanks.

Appearance & Growth

• Size: 515 cm (26 inches) tall, compact and bushy.
• Leaves: Very small (12 mm), rounded, bright green, growing in opposite pairs.
• Stems: Thin and flexible; grows upright in dense groups or creeps horizontally in open areas.
• Growth Style: Can be trimmed into low carpets or left taller for midground filler.

Care Requirements

• Lighting: Moderate to high for dense, compact growth.
• CO & Fertilization: Strongly recommended for vibrant green color and faster growth.
• Substrate: Fine-grain and nutrient-rich to support delicate roots.
• Water Parameters:
• Temperature: 2028C (6882F)
• pH: 6.07.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
• Hardness: Soft to moderately hard water