ADA IC008 Hemianthus Callitrichoides Cuba

ADA IC008 Hemianthus callitrichoides ‘Cuba’ – Dwarf Baby Tears Carpet Plant

Hemianthus callitrichoides ‘Cuba’ (commonly HC Cuba) is renowned for its miniature, bright-green leaves and its ability to form an elegant dense carpet in high-tech planted aquariums.

Plant Specifications

Care Instructions

• Plant small clusters (~3–5 stems) a few cm apart to encourage rapid carpeting.
• Requires strong lighting and consistent CO₂ injection to maintain compact growth.
• Thrives in rich substrate with regular dosing of nutrients such as iron, nitrates, and phosphates.
• Trim regularly to promote lateral spreading and prevent stems from shading out.
• Maintain good water circulation and avoid temperature above 26–28 °C to prevent melting.