Tissue Culture Cup Hemianthus micranthemoides 'Baby Tears Narrow'

Hemianthus micranthemoides 'Baby Tears Narrow' is a delightful and versatile stem plant that brings a soft, fine-textured beauty to any planted aquarium. Its tiny, narrow, bright green leaves grow in dense whorls along slender stems, creating a lush, feathery appearance that works beautifully as a midground accent or a compact background plant. More adaptable than its demanding cousin HC Cuba, it is a wonderful choice for aquascapers looking for fine-leaved texture without extreme technical requirements.

Plant Details

• Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
• Placement: Midground to Background
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Lighting: Medium to High
• CO₂: Recommended for best growth
• Temperature: 20–28°C
• pH: 6.0–7.5

Why Tissue Culture?

Our tissue culture plants are grown in sterile laboratory conditions, meaning they arrive:

• Free from pesticides and harmful chemicals
• Free from snails, planarians, and pest algae
• Free from pathogens and parasites
• No rock wool to remove — just rinse and plant

Tips for Success

Plant Hemianthus micranthemoides in groups of 5–10 stems for the best visual impact. Medium to high lighting and CO₂ will encourage compact, bushy growth and prevent the stems from becoming leggy. Trim regularly and replant tops to maintain density and a full, lush appearance. It can also be used as a low-growing foreground plant under high light, where it will spread and create a soft, fine-textured mat. A wonderfully versatile plant that adds delicate detail to any aquascape.