Dwarf Baby Tears (Hemianthus Callitrichoides)

Dwarf Baby Tears (Hemianthus Callitrichoides)

The Dwarf Baby Tears, also known as Micranthemum Callitrichoides, is one of the smallest and most popular carpeting aquatic plants in the aquarium hobby. It belongs to the Linderniaceae family and originates from Cuba, where it grows naturally along riverbanks and moist rocks in warm tropical regions. This charming plant features tiny, round leaves that form a thick, bright green carpet, adding a lush and natural look to any planted aquarium. With an average height of only 1–3 cm, Dwarf Baby Tears is best suited for the foreground of aquariums or nano tanks. It also makes an excellent choice for wabi kusa arrangements due to its compact growth and vibrant color.
For planting, divide the plant into small clumps and use aquarium tweezers to insert them gently into a nutrient-rich substrate. Space the clumps a few centimeters apart to allow room for spreading. Over time, the plant will grow horizontally, forming a soft, dense carpet that enhances the overall appearance of your tank.

Benefits

• Creates a beautiful and natural carpet effect at the bottom of the tank.
• Provides hiding spots for shrimp and small fish.
• Improves water quality by absorbing excess nutrients.
• Ideal for aquascapers who want a lush, green, foreground plant.
• Enhances the visual depth and balance of your aquarium layout.

Care Guide

Though it requires a bit of care, once established, Dwarf Baby Tears rewards you with a stunning underwater lawn.

Light

This plant thrives under high lighting conditions. Strong, consistent light helps the Dwarf Baby Tears aquarium plant grow compact and vibrant. Insufficient light may cause the plant to grow upward rather than spreading horizontally.

Temperature

Ideal water temperature ranges between 22°C to 28°C (72°F to 82°F). Stable temperature ensures steady growth and maintains its healthy green color.

CO₂

Supplementing CO₂ is highly recommended. Although Hemianthus Callitrichoides can survive without it, injected CO₂ promotes faster and denser carpet formation.

Water Parameters

Keep the water slightly soft to neutral, with a pH level between 5.0 and 7.5. Regular water changes help maintain healthy growth and prevent algae buildup.

Growth Rate

The growth rate of Micranthemum Callitrichoides is moderate to fast under ideal conditions. With good lighting and CO₂, it can quickly form a dense green mat.

Propagation

Propagation is simple. Trim and replant small clumps in the substrate. Over time, these cuttings will spread and cover the foreground beautifully.

Note: Images are for reference only. Actual plants may vary in size, color, and appearance due to natural variations and seasonal growth.

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• 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.
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• 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.

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