{"product_id":"horizon-eleocharis-montevidensis","title":"Horizon - Eleocharis montevidensis","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHorizon Eleocharis montevidensis\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eEleocharis montevidensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as Giant Hairgrass, is an elegant grass-like aquarium plant valued for its tall, fine green blades and open growth habit. Unlike shorter hairgrass species used for carpeting, this variety produces long, upright stems that add height, movement, and a natural meadow-like texture to planted aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts slender foliage allows light and visibility to pass between the blades, helping to create depth without forming a heavy or solid background. This makes it particularly effective when planted in loose groups around rocks, driftwood, or taller stem plants. It can be used as a background feature or positioned in transparent midground clusters to create a stronger sense of perspective within the aquascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEleocharis montevidensis\u003c\/em\u003e gradually spreads through underground runners, producing new shoots around the original planting area. It is relatively undemanding once established and can be grown without injected CO₂, although consistent nutrients, moderate lighting, and CO₂ supplementation will support faster establishment and denser, healthier growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Plant Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grass-like Running Plant\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground to Background\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 20–40+ cm\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eLighting Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to Medium\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eCO₂ Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not required, but beneficial\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Underground runners and plant division\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.0–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to Hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTall, fine green blades create graceful movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProvides a natural meadow-like appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOpen growth adds depth without blocking the aquascape\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcellent for midground and background placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGradually spreads through underground runners\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for both low-tech and CO₂-enriched aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRelatively easy to maintain once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for nature-style, biotope-inspired, and minimalist layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; 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Tissue culture plants are supplied free from algae, snails, parasites, and pesticides, making them an excellent choice for planted aquariums and sensitive shrimp setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore planting, carefully remove the plant from the tissue culture cup and thoroughly rinse away all nutrient gel using clean aquarium water. Divide the plant into several small plugs rather than planting the entire portion as one large clump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing planting tweezers, insert each portion into the aquarium substrate while keeping the base of the green shoots close to the substrate surface. Space the portions a few centimetres apart to provide room for new runners and shoots to develop. Planting smaller, separated portions will generally produce a more natural and evenly distributed group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEleocharis montevidensis\u003c\/em\u003e develops its strongest growth in aquasoil or another nutrient-rich substrate. When planted in inert gravel or sand, root tabs can provide additional nutrition. CO₂ injection is not essential, but it can improve establishment, runner production, and overall plant density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eControl unwanted spreading by removing or redirecting underground runners. Older, damaged, or excessively long blades can be removed close to the base to maintain a clean appearance. Avoid repeatedly cutting across the upper ends of the blades, as trimmed tips may become yellow or visually uneven.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome tissue culture portions may experience temporary yellowing or die-back while adapting to submerged aquarium conditions. This is a normal acclimation response. Leave healthy roots and growing points in place, as new submerged growth should emerge once the plant becomes established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e As this is a living plant, its height, number of shoots, density, colour, and overall appearance may vary slightly from the photographs depending on its stage of development and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Horizon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41761678622853,"sku":"TC056","price":112.5,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0385\/6331\/5845\/files\/TC056-Eleocharismontevidensis.jpg?v=1784674642","url":"https:\/\/www.artofaqua.com\/products\/horizon-eleocharis-montevidensis","provider":"Art of Aqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}