Dwarf Baby Tears (Hemianthus Callitrichoides)

Dwarf Baby Tears (Hemianthus Callitrichoides) Aquarium Plant

Dwarf Baby Tears, also known by its scientific name Hemianthus Callitrichoides, is one of the most popular carpeting plants for freshwater aquariums. Known for its tiny, vibrant green leaves and dense, low-growing coverage, it's perfect for creating lush, natural-looking aquascapes. Whether you're setting up a new tank or upgrading an old one, this plant adds a vibrant foreground that enhances any layout.

Benefits

• Creates a thick, lush green carpet across the aquarium floor
• Improves water quality by absorbing excess nutrients
• Provides hiding spots for shrimp and small fish
• Helps establish a healthy, balanced ecosystem in planted tanks

Dwarf Baby Tears Care Guide

Requires moderate care and thrives in well-maintained tanks with good lighting and CO₂.

Light

Requires moderate to high light for compact and healthy growth. Insufficient light may cause the plant to grow upward instead of spreading.

Temperature

Ideal water temperature is between 68°F to 82°F (20°C to 28°C).

CO₂

Supplementing with CO₂ is strongly recommended for optimal growth and a dense carpet effect.

Growth Rate

Moderate. With the right conditions, Hemianthus Callitrichoides will steadily spread across the substrate, forming a thick carpet over time.

Propagation

Propagates by trimming and replanting healthy runners or dividing the mat and placing in other parts of the tank.

FAQs

How to plant Dwarf Baby Tears?

Gently separate the plant into small clumps and plant them a few centimeters apart in the substrate using tweezers.

How to grow Dwarf Baby Tears?

Provide strong lighting, CO₂, and nutrient-rich substrate. Keep water conditions stable, and trim regularly to encourage dense carpeting.

Are Dwarf Baby Tears hard to grow?

They can be moderately challenging for beginners, but with proper light, CO₂, and care, they grow well and form a lush carpet.

Can you grow Dwarf Baby Tears without CO₂?

It’s possible, but growth will be much slower and less dense. For best results, CO₂ supplementation is recommended.

Looking to add vibrant color and height? Pair Hemianthus Callitrichoides with Ammania Senegalensis for a stunning mix of lush green carpet and rich red stems in your aquarium.

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.

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• 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.

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