HC Cuba (Hemianthus callitrichoides)

HC Cuba (Hemianthus callitrichoides) is a premium carpeting aquarium plant known for its tiny leaves and ability to form a dense, vibrant green carpet. Widely used in professional aquascaping, it creates a fine, natural look across the foreground when grown under the right conditions.

Lighting Requirements: 6–8 hours/day (high light required for carpeting)
CO₂ Requirements: Strongly recommended
Care Level: Advanced
Fertiliser Needs: Regular liquid fertiliser and nutrient-rich substrate
Growth Type: Low-growing carpeting plant
Placement: Foreground
Potential Issues: Will struggle or melt in low light or without CO₂; can grow upward instead of carpeting; may be eaten by African cichlids, bristlenose catfish, or turtles

🌿 Why Choose HC Cuba?

Ultra-Fine Carpet: One of the smallest leaf aquarium plants available

Professional Look: Used in high-end aquascapes

Dense Growth: Forms a tight, lush carpet under proper conditions

Premium Foreground Plant: Ideal for detailed layouts

🌱 Care Tips:

Lighting: 6–8 hours/day is essential for compact growth

CO₂: Strongly recommended for success

Planting: Break into small portions and space evenly

Trim Regularly: Encourages horizontal spread and density

Grown and prepared by Duthie Aquatics