- Name:
Dwarf Baby Tears
(View AKA's) - Family: Scrophulariaceae
- Species: Hemianthus
- Scientific Name: Hemianthus callitrichoides
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General info about Dwarf Baby Tears
Dwarf Baby Tears is a popular freshwater plant that is native to Cuba. It is a small plant that grows horizontally, forming a dense carpet on the aquarium floor. It can grow up to 3cm in height and requires high lighting and a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5.
Dwarf Baby Tears Diet & Nutrition
Dwarf Baby Tears is a photosynthetic plant that derives its nutrients from the water and through photosynthesis. It does not require any special feeding.
Dwarf Baby Tears Origin
Dwarf Baby Tears is native to Cuba.
Acclimating Dwarf Baby Tears
When introducing Dwarf Baby Tears to a new aquarium, it is best to acclimate it slowly by placing it in a separate container with aquarium water for several hours. This will allow the plant to adjust to the water parameters of the new aquarium.
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| Dwarf Baby Tears | Hemianthus | Scrophulariaceae | Hemianthus callitrichoides | Dwarf Baby Tears is a popular freshwater plant that is native to Cuba. It is a small plant that grows horizontally, forming a dense carpet on the aquarium floor. It can grow up to 3cm in height and requires high lighting and a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5. | PalaciosAn |