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Elatine Hydropiper
Elatine hydropiper
Plantae›Tracheophyta›Magnoliopsida›Malpighiales›Elatinaceae
📍 Europe
Tiny creeping plant with round paired leaves. Creates dense, moss-like carpets. Alternative to HC Cuba that tolerates slightly lower light.
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Compatible Livestock
Grazes algae without damaging delicate plant tissues; ideal for planted carpet tanks
Small shrimp that won't uproot plants; helps control algae and detritus in carpet
Excellent algae control without harming plants; compatible with low-light carpet species
Complementary foreground plant; similar care requirements and growth patterns
Alternative carpet plant with similar light and CO2 needs; can be mixed for texture variation
Small, peaceful fish that won't disturb carpet; adds movement without uprooting plants
Common Diseases
Nutrient Deficiency
Yellowing leaves, stunted growth, pale coloration, melting of new shoots
Increase fertilizer dosing frequency to 3-4 times weekly; ensure macro and micronutrient balance; test water parameters and adjust CO2 if needed
Algae Overgrowth
Green or brown algae coating plant surfaces, reduced light penetration to carpet
Reduce photoperiod to 6-8 hours daily; increase water changes; add algae-eating shrimp or fish; maintain nutrient balance to prevent excess nutrients favoring algae
Melting
Rapid tissue breakdown, leaves becoming translucent and dissolving, plant collapse
Improve water quality with frequent water changes; increase CO2 gradually; ensure stable temperature (23-28°C); reduce photoperiod temporarily while plant acclimates
Poor Root Development
Weak attachment to substrate, slow growth despite adequate lighting, plant drifting
Ensure nutrient-rich substrate or add root tabs; increase macronutrient fertilization; maintain consistent water parameters; allow 2-3 weeks for establishment before assessing
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Quick Facts
- co2
- recommended
- lighting
- medium-high
- placement
- foreground/carpet
- difficulty
- medium
- growthRate
- moderate