Aquarium plant

Eriocaulon setaceum

Midground, BackgroundStem plant

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Plant overview

Eriocaulon setaceum is a stem plant for midground and background planting. Recorded care includes difficult care and high light and required CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 20–30 °C, pH 4.5–7, KH 0–7 °dKH, CO₂ 25–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightHigh
  • CO2Required

Water conditions

Temperature
20–30 °C
pH
4.5–7
Carbonate hardness
0–7 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
25–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Medium
Propagation
Cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Eriocaulaceae
Genus
Eriocaulon

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FAQ

Where should Eriocaulon setaceum be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Eriocaulon setaceum need?

Light requirement: high.

What temperature suits Eriocaulon setaceum?

Temperature: 20–30 °C.