Eleocharis fluctuans Tissue Culture – Tall Hairgrass Accent for Natural Aquascapes
Add graceful movement and vertical contrast to your aquarium with Eleocharis fluctuans Tissue Culture, a unique hairgrass species known for its long, flowing blades and natural, reed-like appearance. Unlike shorter carpeting varieties, this plant grows tall and slightly arching, making it ideal for creating depth, background texture, or soft transitions in aquascapes.
Grown in sterile laboratory conditions, each tissue culture cup is free from pests, algae, and contaminants, making it a safe and reliable choice for pristine planted tanks and shrimp systems.
Key Features
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Tall, Flowing Growth Habit
Produces long, grass-like blades that sway gently in water flow, adding natural movement to your aquascape
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Perfect Background or Midground Plant
Ideal for creating height, layering, and soft transitions behind hardscape or shorter plants
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Pest-Free Tissue Culture
Lab-grown to ensure no snails, algae, or harmful pathogens are introduced into your aquarium
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Natural Aquascape Aesthetic
Excellent for nature-style layouts, riparian designs, and biotope aquariums
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Spreads via Runners
Gradually expands to form dense clusters or grassy thickets over time
Care Requirements
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Lighting: Moderate to high
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CO₂: Recommended for optimal growth and fullness
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Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C)
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pH: 5.5–7.5
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Growth Rate: Moderate
Planting Tips
- Remove plant from tissue culture cup and rinse off gel thoroughly
- Divide into multiple small portions
- Plant in the midground or background with spacing for natural spread
- Provide consistent lighting and nutrients for best results
- Trim periodically to control height and encourage denser growth
Ideal For...
- Background or midground planting
- Nature-style and biotope aquascapes
- Planted tanks seeking vertical contrast
- Shrimp tanks and sensitive systems (pest-free)
Why Choose Tissue Culture Plants?
Tissue culture plants provide a clean, controlled start for your aquarium, eliminating the risk of introducing unwanted pests or algae. With proper care, Eleocharis fluctuans establishes quickly and brings a soft, natural look that enhances depth and realism in any aquascape.
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