Eriocaulon Cinereum is a distinct and exquisite aquatic plant, favored by advanced aquarists for its unique, star-shaped rosette and finely textured leaves.
Key Features:
- Unique Star-Shaped Rosette: Its dense, narrow, needle-like leaves create a striking star-like appearance, making it a standout feature in any aquascape.
- Textured Foliage: The leaves are covered in fine hair-like structures, adding a tactile and visual interest to the plant.
Optimal Conditions:
- Lighting: Requires moderate to high lighting to thrive and maintain its form.
- Water Parameters: Adapts well to medium-hard water, although soft water conditions are ideal to promote its overall health. The temperature should range between 22°C to 28°C (72°F to 82°F).
Aquarium and Pond Benefits:
- Aesthetic Appeal: Its unique form and texture make Eriocaulon Cinereum a dramatic focal point in both the foreground and midground of aquascapes.
- Water Quality Improvement: Helps in absorbing excess nutrients, thereby aiding in the reduction of algae growth and maintenance of clean water.
Care and Maintenance:
- High Maintenance: This plant requires consistent CO2 supplementation and careful water quality management to thrive.
- Propagation: Occasionally produces offshoots that can be divided and replanted to propagate new plants.
Conclusion:
Eriocaulon Cinereum is an ideal choice for experienced aquarists seeking a challenging yet rewarding plant to cultivate. Its striking appearance and unique demands make it a prized addition to any planted aquarium, where it provides both visual splendor and functional benefits. Embrace the challenge of Eriocaulon Cinereum and enjoy the dynamic beauty it brings to your aquatic environment.
- Sold as a Tissue Culture Plants with vitamin liquid/gel
- Packaging May Vary! To be sent in either in vitro bag or cup
- Bag / Cup size: Approx. 2.5 x 2.5 inches
- Sustainable growth aquarium plants species
- Great value! Nice specimen!
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Notice: It’s normal for the lower part of Erio’s leaf to be yellow in color because they don’t receive enough lighting in the bottom part. Simply remove the bottom part and planted it as usual.
Disclaimer: Pictures are not the actual plants you will receive, but a sample representation. Unless specific, we don’t guarantee aquatic plants will be free of pests, and pesticides, grow emerged or submerge.
Scientific Name: Eriocaulon Cinereum
Common Name: Erio Cinereum
Family: Eriocaulaceae
Genus: Eriocaulon
CO2: Recommended
Growth Rates: Slow
Difficulty Level: Advanced
Nutrient Substrate: Required
Lighting Requirements: High