Eleocharis Minima - In Vitro

You will receive: 1 In Vitro cup — completely free of algae, snails, and pathogens. Ready to plant directly into any aquarium.

⚠️ Difficulty: Medium — Eleocharis Minima requires ample light and CO₂ for a dense, compact carpet.

Eleocharis Minima is the smallest needlegrass available — only 6 cm high and perfect for nano aquariums and iwagumi-style aquascapes. Its fine, grassy stems form a dense, soft carpet via runners, giving any aquarium a natural look. The In Vitro version is 100% sterile grown.

🌿 Plant Specifications

✅ Advantages of In Vitro

• 100% free of algae, snails, and pathogens
• No quarantine needed — plant directly into the aquarium
• Ideal for shrimp and sensitive biotope aquariums
• More plant material per package than a standard pot

🚚 Delivery & Warranty

• Freshly delivered from the nursery — ready to plant
• Shipping Tuesday or Friday → Read more about shipping
• Delivery with track & trace, usually within 1–2 working days
• Dead on arrival? We will resolve this together. Contact us within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
• Free shipping from €59,-

✂️ Care

Gently rinse the culture gel under lukewarm water. Divide the cup into small bunches of 5–10 stems and plant them 1–2 cm apart in fine sand or gravel. Plenty of light and CO₂ are highly recommended for a dense carpet. Liquid fertilizer such as Sera Florena supports healthy growth.

💡 Planting Tip

Plant in small groups 1–2 cm apart for the fastest and densest carpet. Ideal for nano aquariums and iwagumi-style aquascapes.

Do you have another question? Feel free to contact us — we are happy to help you choose the right plants for your aquarium.