Eriocaulon cinereum (Advanced, Foreground) 1-2-Grow!

Eriocaulon cinereum Compact Flowering Aquarium Plant

Eriocaulon cinereum is a resilient, soft-water-adapted plant that tolerates medium-hard water, making it a unique choice for aquascapes. With its small, narrow leaves and cushion-like growth, this plant adds a delicate touch to the aquarium. It thrives under high light and CO supplementation, encouraging healthy growth and frequent flowering.

Key Features:

• Adaptable to Water Hardness : Soft water is ideal, but it tolerates medium-hard water, making it versatile for various setups.
• Compact, Cushion-Like Growth : Forms a dense, low-growing cushion with narrow leaves, perfect for foreground placement.
• High Light & CO Requirement : Demands strong lighting and CO to maintain health and promote compact growth.
• Frequent Flowering : Readily produces numerous flower stems, creating a unique visual effect in the aquarium.
• Energy Regeneration: After flowering, the plant may pause growth temporarily but will regrow from the base given proper conditions.

Care Tips:

• Light and CO: High-intensity lighting and CO are essential for compact growth and energy regeneration after flowering.
• Water Parameters: While adaptable, maintaining soft water promotes overall plant health and vigor.

Eriocaulon cinereum is a beautiful and compact aquarium plant, adding structure and interest to aquascapes with its unique flowering habit and low cushion-like growth.