ADA Hemianthus glomeratum (pearl weed)

Hemianthus glomeratum, also known as 'pearl weed,' is a popular classic aquarium plant. It stays green and can spread quickly; with regular trimming, it can form a dense bush, making it easy to shape.

How to use Hemianthus glomeratum

Use pearl weed in the midground area of your aquascape, or let it grow wild in the background. This is another plant we have used in Dutch styles aquascapes before and trimming into ball like shapes. 

Plant Maintenance 

This plant can handle heavy trimming; just be careful not to overdo it, making sure you stop before it turns yellowish at the undergrowth. 

Growing emersed 

When grown emersed it forms a more compact and cushion like growth 

Key information

• Easily shaped, stays green
• Suitable for nano aquariums 
  
• Can be grow immersed
  
• Native to North America

 Hemianthus glomeratum Growth Information