{"product_id":"hc-cuba-tissue-culture-hemianthus-callitrichoides","title":"AquaDepot Tissue Culture - Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Baby Tears HC'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba' (HC)\u003c\/strong\u003e is widely regarded as one of the finest and most iconic foreground carpeting plants in the aquascaping world. Supplied as a tissue culture specimen, it arrives completely free of pests, algae, snails, and pathogens — making it one of the safest choices for shrimp tanks and high-clarity planted displays. Under the right conditions, HC spreads steadily via runners to form an incredibly fine, dense carpet of tiny round leaves that brings a breathtaking sense of scale and naturalism to any aquascape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePortion Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 tissue culture cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTissue culture grown — 100% free of pests, algae, snails, and pathogens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiny, round leaves form an exceptionally fine, low-growing foreground carpet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpreads naturally via runners to fill in the foreground over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUltra-compact growth habit (1–3 cm) creates a striking sense of depth and scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBright emerald-green colour contrasts beautifully against hardscape and darker substrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntirely safe for shrimp, fish, and all other aquarium inhabitants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e High\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Required\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–26°C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–7.0\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow to Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Difficult\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAquascaping Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba' is the foreground carpeting plant of choice for Iwagumi and Nature Aquarium layouts where a pristine, ultra-fine ground cover is the goal. Its minute leaf size creates an unparalleled sense of miniaturisation and depth, making hardscape elements appear larger and more imposing. Plant individual portions slightly apart in a nutrient-rich substrate and allow runners to fill in naturally — the result is a flawless, jewel-like carpet that elevates any aquascape to competition level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHC Cuba demands consistency — stable CO₂, high light, and soft, slightly acidic water (pH 5.5–6.5) are essential for successful establishment. Avoid large water changes during the first few weeks to prevent melt. Planting in small, evenly spaced portions rather than dense clumps will encourage faster lateral spread and a more even carpet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a living plant, Hemianthus callitrichoides 'Cuba' requires separate handling and shipping considerations. Please review our shipping policy for plant-specific delivery information.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"School Of Scape","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53806175027514,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/1003\/5770\/files\/5fa0ac9d-a656-4085-adaf-c171544235e3.png?v=1785221746","url":"https:\/\/schoolofscape.com.au\/products\/hc-cuba-tissue-culture-hemianthus-callitrichoides","provider":"School Of Scape","version":"1.0","type":"link"}