Eleocharis vivipara (umbrella hairgrass)

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Stock: 7 units in stock
Dimensions: up to 60cm
Model: 30089

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£6.99

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Description

The umbrella hairgrass, as it is also known, is a delicate grass for the background. It has been known in aquatics for a long time, but only thanks to wonderful aquascaping layouts has this swamp plant, which forms runners, caught the attention again. The plants create the best effect when planted in large groups behind a stone structure or with other delicate stem plants. The species name vivipara: viviparous, comes from the runners on the blade tips.

by Mike R. on 31/1/2019

Excellent plant. Very sturdy and has settled in well at the rear of my Aquarium.

by Sue B. on 26/10/2018

This is very delicate plant and it expanded in my tank very quickly. Did need to thin it out occasionally to keep it under control in relation to other plants in tank. As usual I’m so pleased and proud of the plants I’ve purchased from your company

by Sue B. on 26/10/2018

by Ivor G. on 30/12/2016

A great addition to the tank. Unusual and interesting plant. Definitely adds depth to the tank Arrived well packaged and in excellent condition as always

by Colin B. on 10/10/2016

A particularly useful p[lant, spreading to the surface, deflects the strong light from above. Very satisfied with the whole order, thank you.

by Brian Jones on 14/8/2016

good background plant

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Guest

12/09/2016 16:10:08

Does this also send out runners from the roots like dwarf hairgrass?

Staff

12/09/2016 17:38:52

Yes

Guest

02/04/2017 19:26:44

Hi, will this plant be ok in a low tech tank which has two T8 bulbs, total wattage is 36watts, 12 inches deep and dosing with Neuto T Regards Ste

Staff

02/05/2017 08:50:43

Yes

Guest

08/21/2017 21:46:03

If you trim this grass to the height you want does it detract from its shape? Do you think this might look good with Vallis backing it?

Staff

08/22/2017 13:03:27

This plant can be trimmed if needed although you will want to keep it's shape as much as possible for it to look natural. It is well suited to the Vallis too.