Dwarf spikerush

Eleocharis parvula

Freshwater Brackish

Height5–10 cm

Care levelBeginner

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Water

Temperature18–27 °C

5 °C35 °C

pH5.0–7.5

49

General hardness3–10 dGH

0 dGH35 dGH

Carbonate hardness2–6 dKH

0 dKH20 dKH

Comfortable
Acceptable, less ideal
Tolerated, not comfortable

Character and care

LightMedium
Added CO₂None, low
GrowthMedium
Where to plantForeground

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