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Sagittaria pusilla – Compact, Grass-Like Foreground Plant
Description:
Sagittaria pusilla is a petite, grass-like aquatic plant ideal for foreground use in freshwater aquariums. With its narrow, arching green leaves and low-growing habit, it creates a natural, grassy appearance that resembles a miniature underwater meadow. Its compact size and tolerance to a wide range of conditions make it perfect for nano tanks and detailed aquascapes.
Native to the southeastern United States, Sagittaria pusilla thrives in moderate lighting and doesn’t demand CO₂, although both can enhance its growth and appearance. It spreads through runners and can gradually form a low, dense carpet when well-maintained.
Care Level: Easy
Growth Rate: Moderate
Lighting Requirements: Low to medium
CO₂: Not required, but improves density and spread
Placement: Foreground
Propagation: Runners – New plantlets will emerge from the base
Height: 1–4 inches (2.5–10 cm)
Water Parameters:
Temperature: 68–80°F (20–27°C)
pH: 6.5–7.5
Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
Notes:
Trim as needed to maintain a tidy appearance.
Excellent for natural-style or biotope aquariums.
Can be grown emersed in shallow water setups or paludariums.
