Hemianthus Callitrichoides HC Cuba

Hemianthus Callitrichoides HC CubaCreate a lush, carpet like foreground with Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Baby Tears', one of the smallest and most sought after aquarium plants in the aquascaping hobby. Commonly known as HC Cuba or Baby Tears, this delicate carpeting plant forms a dense mat of tiny vibrant green leaves that gives aquariums a clean, natural aquascape appearance. Its compact growth and fine texture make it a favorite for Iwagumi, Nature Style, and high end aquascapes

Create a lush, carpet-like foreground with Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Baby Tears', one of the smallest and most sought-after aquarium plants in the aquascaping hobby. Commonly known as “HC Cuba” or “Baby Tears,” this delicate carpeting plant forms a dense mat of tiny vibrant green leaves that gives aquariums a clean, natural aquascape appearance.

Its compact growth and fine texture make it a favorite for Iwagumi, Nature Style, and high-end aquascapes where a soft green carpet is desired.

Why You’ll Love It

• One of the smallest-leaf carpeting plants available
• Creates a beautiful dense green carpet
• Adds depth and scale to aquascapes
• Perfect for nano tanks and professional aquascaping layouts
• Pearls beautifully under strong lighting and CO₂

Care Requirements

• Lighting: Medium to High (strong lighting recommended for compact growth)
• CO₂: Strongly Recommended
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Placement: Foreground / Carpet
• Temperature: 20–28°C
• Difficulty: Moderate to Advanced

Aquascaping Tips

Plant in small separated portions across the foreground to encourage faster spreading and fuller carpet coverage. Regular trimming helps maintain a low, dense appearance and prevents vertical growth. Nutrient-rich substrate and stable CO₂ greatly improve growth speed and overall health.

With proper care, Hemianthus callitrichoides ‘Baby Tears’ develops into a vibrant living carpet that instantly elevates the look of any planted aquarium.