Eleocharis montevidensis
The name “Giant Hairgrass” is probably best to describe the appearance of this exceptional grasslike plant. The leaves grow to a length of 30-50 cm and to a width of only 1 mm. It is also known as Eleocharis montevidensis in the hobby, however its identity is not yet clear. Also sold with the label Eleocharis sp.
Plant Info
Common names | Giant hairgrass |
Family | Cyperaceae |
Genus | Eleocharis |
Difficulty | medium |
Usage | Semi-emersed plant for open tanks, Background, Midground |
Height | 40 – 55cm |
Width | 5 – 20cm |
Growth | medium |
Propagation | Runners, Splitting, cutting off daughter plants |
Can grow emersed? | yes |
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