Eriocaulon cinereum in cup - Tropica

Aquarium plant cultivated in fabric in a closed dome.

The genus ** Eriocaulon ** is usually adapted to fresh water. ** Eriocaulon cinereum ** is more tolerant than most species and thrives in medium hardness water, even if fresh water favors general health.

It is a rather small plant, with very narrow leaves and almost cushion growth, which requires a good supply of light and CO2 to develop.

It usually flowers very easily after plantation in the aquarium, and the numerous flowering stems give a unique appearance. The flowering consumes a lot of energy of the plant, but with the right conditions, it will accumulate new energy and regrow from the base after a certain time.