Hemianthus micranthemoides from North America is a graceful plant whose small, arched leaves make it look like a miniature version of Egeria. It has a characteristic trailing growth in intensive light, so it can be used as a foreground plant (stems from 10-20 cm tall, 2-3 cm wide). A compact group of Hemianthus micranthemoides is very beautiful with its small, light-green leaves. In terrariums the plant forms a compact cushion. Used to be called Micranthemum micranthemoides. Type: Carpeting Origin: North America Country or continent where a plant is the most common. Cultivars arise or are bred in cultivation. Growth rate: Medium Growth rate of the plant compared to other aquatic plants. Height: 5 – 15+ Average height (cm) of the plant after two months in the tank. Light demand: Medium The average or medium light demand of an aquarium plant is 0,5 W/L. CO2 : Medium A medium need in CO2 is 6-14 mg/L. A high demand in CO2 is approx. 15-25 mg/L.
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