Acorus gramineus var. 'pusillus'

Family:                                                Acoraceae

Native To:                                            Eastern Asia

Lighting:                                              Medium

pH:                                                       6-8

Growth Demands:                                Moderate

Growth Form:                                       Upright

Growth Rate:                                        Slow

True Aquatic:                                       Terrarium

Placement In Tank:                             Foreground

Available As:                                       Bare Root

Acorus gramineus var. 'pusillus'

Acorus gramineus var. pusillus is a terrarium plant. It is sometimes used as an aquarium plant but will only last several months completely submerged. After several months of  aquarium use, it must be grown above water for several months to rejuvenate. This plant is strong and can be used in Cichlid tanks for short periods.