Eleocharis vivipara – Umbrella Hairgrass

Eleocharis vivipara, also known as Umbrella Hairgrass, is a tall, elegant grass species perfect for creating a soft, flowing background in planted aquariums. Its fine, bright green stems gently arch toward the surface, forming a natural "umbrella" shape that adds height and texture to your layout.

Fast-growing and easy to propagate, this plant spreads through runners and can quickly fill out the back of a tank or even form a soft midground screen in larger aquascapes. It thrives under medium to high light and benefits greatly from CO₂ injection, though it remains a flexible choice even in low-tech environments.

Key Features

• Fine, arching stems form a unique umbrella-like canopy
• Spreads readily via runners for easy propagation
• Ideal for background planting in mid- to large-sized aquariums
• Fast-growing and responsive to CO₂ and nutrients
• Creates movement and softness in flowing aquascapes

Care Guidelines

Additional Notes

• Trim regularly to prevent overcrowding and maintain shape
• Use fine-grain substrate for better runner development
• Pairs beautifully with rocks and hardscape in Iwagumi layouts
• Can form plantlets at the tips under some conditions (viviparous growth)

Eleocharis vivipara is a dynamic and graceful choice for aquascapers who want to add height, motion, and texture to their aquascape. Its umbrella-style growth brings a natural, open feel to any planted tank.

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