Dwarf Baby Tears (Micranthemum umbrosum) – Live Freshwater Aquarium Plant

Dwarf Baby Tears is a popular carpeting aquarium plant known for its tiny, bright green leaves and dense, low-growing habit. When properly maintained, it forms a lush, vibrant carpet across the substrate, creating a natural and professional aquascape look.

This plant is especially loved for foreground layouts and is commonly used in high-end aquascaping styles such as Iwagumi and Nature Aquariums.

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Key Features

Fine, Compact Foliage
Small round leaves create a soft, bright green carpet effect.

Carpeting Growth Habit
Spreads horizontally to cover substrate.

Aquascaping Favorite
Perfect for foreground and midground layouts.

Freshwater Safe
Non-toxic and safe for fish, shrimp, and snails.

High Visual Impact
Creates a clean, professional aquascape look.

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Benefits

Dwarf Baby Tears enhances aquariums by adding depth, softness, and vibrant green color. Its dense growth helps reduce algae by competing for nutrients and provides shelter for fry and shrimp. It also improves water quality through natural nutrient absorption.

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Care Guide

Light
Medium to High lighting for compact growth.

Water Temperature
68–82°F (20–28°C)

Placement
Foreground to Midground

Substrate
Fine aquarium soil or sand.

CO₂
Recommended for best growth and carpeting.

Growth Rate
Moderate

Maintenance Level
Intermediate
Trim regularly to maintain shape.

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How to Plant

• Separate into small clumps
• Plant shallow with roots covered
• Space 1–2 inches apart
• Trim tops to encourage horizontal spread

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Perfect For

• Freshwater aquariums
• Foreground carpets
• Shrimp tanks
• Nature aquascapes
• High-tech planted tanks

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Why Choose Dwarf Baby Tears?

• Classic bright green carpet plant
• Professional aquascaping look
• Excellent for foreground layouts
• Improves water quality naturally
• Provides shelter for small fish and shrimp

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Quality Assurance

• Healthy, hand-selected plants
• Inspected before shipping
• Shipped fresh and ready to plant

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Live Arrival Guarantee

Your plant is protected by our Live Arrival Guarantee.
If it arrives damaged or unhealthy, contact us within 2 hours of delivery with photos for a replacement or refund.

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Important Notes

• CO₂ strongly recommended for best results
• Without CO₂, growth will be slower and taller
• Regular trimming encourages dense carpeting

At Canton Aquatics LLC, we take great pride in providing high-quality live aquarium plants to our customers. We understand the complexities involved in shipping live plants and are committed to ensuring they arrive at your doorstep in excellent condition.

Shipping Process:

• All live plants are shipped using USPS Standard and Priority Mail to provide the fastest and most reliable service.
• Plants are typically shipped Monday - Friday to avoid weekend delays.
• Each plant is carefully packaged in sealed plastic bags to hold in moisture during the shipping process.

DOA (Dead on Arrival) Policy:

• If you receive plants that are dead on arrival, please contact us within 2 hours of delivery with clear photographic evidence.
• Upon receipt of the photos, we will assess the situation. If the plants are determined to be DOA, we will replace or provide refund.
• For a valid DOA claim, replacements or refunds will be processed within 2 business days after the claim is approved.
• Please keep in mind that all plants require sun light to live therefore your plants may arrive slightly yellow.  Please float your plants at the top of your tank near the light for 3 days if applicable.  They will enjoy this new added light intensity to help them recover.

Limitations and Responsibilities:

• The DOA policy is only applicable if the first delivery attempt is made within the shipping duration specified at the time of purchase.
• Delays due to incorrect shipping information provided by the customer or missed deliveries will void the DOA guarantee.
• Extreme weather conditions can impact the health of the plants in transit. We recommend checking the weather forecasts and choosing a shipping window accordingly.
• It is the responsibility of the customer to acclimate the plants to their new environment according to best practices. Our DOA policy does not cover plants that perish due to improper acclimation.

Cancellation and Changes:

• Orders can only be cancelled or changed before they are shipped. Once the order is in transit, we cannot accept cancellations or changes.

Customer Support:

• If you have any questions or concerns regarding our shipping policy or the condition of your plants upon arrival, please contact our customer support team at [Contact Information].

By placing an order with Canton Aquatics LLC, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this shipping policy.

Please be sure to check the regulations in your state regarding restricted plants. Our policy is to avoid shipping any plants that are prohibited in your area to ensure compliance and environmental safety. It's important not to introduce plants into the wild or waterways, as this could disrupt local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.

We appreciate your efforts in helping to protect the environment. For the latest updates, you can consult the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.

Thank you for your dedication to preserving our natural habitats.