Dwarf Baby Tears

Hemianthus callitrichoides

Freshwater Plant Species Group: Hemianthus Family: Scrophulariaceae

Water parameters

Water parameters are being added.

About Dwarf Baby Tears

General information

Dwarf Baby Tears is a popular freshwater plant that is native to Cuba. It is a small plant that grows horizontally, forming a dense carpet on the aquarium floor. It can grow up to 3cm in height and requires high lighting and a pH range of 6.0 to 7.5.

Diet & nutrition

Dwarf Baby Tears is a photosynthetic plant that derives its nutrients from the water and through photosynthesis. It does not require any special feeding.

Origination

Dwarf Baby Tears is native to Cuba.

Acclimation process

When introducing Dwarf Baby Tears to a new aquarium, it is best to acclimate it slowly by placing it in a separate container with aquarium water for several hours. This will allow the plant to adjust to the water parameters of the new aquarium.

AD
Tank Facts ad slot: species_incontent

All photos

Tap a photo to open the gallery viewer.

AD
Tank Facts ad slot: species_bottom