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Dwarf Baby Tears
Hemianthus callitrichoides
Care profile for Dwarf Baby Tears: high light, high CO₂, advanced difficulty.
Care Parameters
Light
High
CO₂
High
Growth
Fast
Difficulty
Advanced
Placement
Foreground
Temperature
20–26°C
pH
5–7.5
Propagation
Replant cuttings; needs strong light and CO₂ to form a dense carpet.
Suitable Equipment
4
Common Problems
3P
Plant Nutrient Deficiency
Leaves yellow, develop pinholes or new growth looks twisted and stunted.
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Plant Leaves Melting
Leaves turn transparent, mushy and fall apart shortly after planting.
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Black Beard Algae (BBA)
A stubborn, dark algae that grows in tufts on plants, decorations, and equipment. Often indicates fluctuating CO₂ levels. Removed by spot-treating with hydrogen peroxide.
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