Pearl Weed – Pot/Cup

Overview:
Native to Florida, Pearl Weed, also known as Pearl Grass, belongs to the Scrophulariaceae family and is a popular aquatic plant for aquariums worldwide. Known for its bright green color and low-growing habit, it quickly spreads to form a dense carpet, making it ideal for aquascaping. It’s an easy-to-care-for plant, perfect for beginners, and can be grown in a variety of aquarium settings without requiring special care. It can be used as a foreground, midground, or background plant.

Key Features:

• Appearance:
  • Bright green, low-growing stem plant that spreads runners horizontally. It has a similar look to other carpeting plants but requires less maintenance.
  • Growth rate: Approximately 5 to 8 inches per month.
  • Requires regular pruning to maintain its compact, horizontal growth pattern.
• Hardiness:
  • A hardy plant that thrives in a variety of conditions but requires pruning to maintain its shape and size.

Care Tips:

• Temperature:
  • Ideal temperature range: 19°C to 28°C.
  • Can be kept at tropical fish temperatures (24°C to 27°C) for optimal growth.
• Lighting:
  • Needs medium light to grow well.
  • For denser, carpet-like coverage, high light intensity is recommended.
• pH Level:
  • Best suited to a pH range of 6.5 to 7.5.
• Carbon Dioxide:
  • Beneficial for enhanced growth and achieving full, dense coverage of the substrate.

Propagation:

• Propagates by cutting a healthy section of the plant, bundling a few stems, and placing them into the substrate. The plantlets will root and continue to grow.

Functions & Advantages:

• Aquascaping:
  • Ideal for creating a lush carpet in the aquarium, adding a vibrant green look.
• Maintenance:
  • Requires minimal maintenance compared to other carpet plants, making it a great alternative.