Common Name
Giant hairgrass
Description
The name "Giant Hairgrass" is probably best to describe the appearance of this exceptional grasslike plant. The leaves grow to a length of 30-50 cm and to a width of only 1 mm. It is also known as Eleocharis montevidensis in the hobby, however its identity is not yet clear. Also sold with the label Eleocharis sp.
Source
Flowgrow
Characteristic
Uncommon grasslike aquarium plant
Very long, thin culms
Open, see-through growth habit
Family
Cyperaceae
Genus
Eleocharis
Category
Middle Ground
Difficulty
medium
Growth
medium
Propagation
Runners, Splitting, Cutting off daughter plants
Can Grow Emersed?
yes
Height
40-55 cm
Width
5-20 cm
