Pearlweed (Carpet form) (Hemianthus micranthemoides) illustration

Pearlweed (Carpet form)

Hemianthus micranthemoides

Can be used as a low carpet when trimmed or as a midground bush. Tiny round leaves. Grows quickly. Less demanding than HC Cuba. Tolerates lower light than most carpet plants.

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Care at a glance

CarpetPlacement
mediumLight
recommendedCO₂
easyDifficulty
fastGrowth
3"Max height
68-82°FTemperature
6.0-7.5pH
bothTech

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