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Technical Sheet - Elatine hydropiper
| Scientific Name | Elatine hydropiper |
|---|---|
| Common Names | Elatine, Waterwort |
| Family | Elatinaceae |
| Origin | North America, Europe |
| Description | Elatine hydropiper is a small, fast-growing, and creeping aquatic plant. Its leaves are small, oval-shaped, and bright green. It is often used in freshwater aquariums to create a dense green carpet. Due to its fast growth, it's important to regularly trim the plant to prevent it from becoming too thick and shading other plants. |
| Height | 1-3 cm |
| Propagation | Lateral shoots |
| Lighting Requirements | High |
| Temperature | 18-26 °C |
| pH | 6-7.5 |
| Water Hardness | Soft to moderately hard |
| Growth | Fast |
| Usage | Green carpet, foreground |
| Special Care | Maintain regular trimming of the plant to prevent overgrowth and shading of other plants. |
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