🌿 All About Hemianthus Callitrichoides 'Cuba' – Growow TC Plant Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba', often called HC Cuba, is one of the smallest and most sought-after carpeting plants in the aquascaping...
Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba', often called HC Cuba, is one of the smallest and most sought-after carpeting plants in the aquascaping world. Perfect for creating lush, vibrant green carpets in the foreground of planted tanks, it’s a top choice for Iwagumi and nature-style aquascapes. Delivered as a Growow Tissue Culture (TC) Plant, it ensures a clean start without pests or algae.
Scientific Name: Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba'
Common Name: HC Cuba, Dwarf Baby Tears
Type: Carpet plant
Origin: Cuba
Growth Habit: Horizontal runners
Leaf Size: Tiny (1–2 mm), round leaves
Height: 1–3 cm
Color: Bright green
Growth Form: Dense, low-growing mat via runners
Growth Rate: Medium to fast with CO₂
Lighting: Medium to high (essential for compact carpeting)
CO₂: Strongly recommended for healthy, low growth
Substrate: Nutrient-rich soil or fine-grain aquasoil
Water Parameters:
pH: 5.5–7.5
Temperature: 22–28°C
Hardness: Soft to medium
Placement: Foreground or nano tank carpet
100% sterile and algae-free
No snails or harmful pathogens
Easy to portion and plant into small plugs
Faster acclimation and growth due to healthy roots
Creates a premium aquascape look with a soft, green carpet
Ideal for high-detail layouts and nano aquariums
Looks stunning with rocks and driftwood layouts
Works perfectly in high-tech setups with CO₂ and light
Split TC cup into tiny portions and plant a few cm apart
Trim regularly to encourage horizontal spreading
Avoid shade – needs open space and direct light
Best results in CO₂-injected planted tanks
🔔 Note: HC Cuba can be demanding at first – proper CO₂ and lighting will make it thrive. Once settled, it grows beautifully and adds immense visual appeal.
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