Giant Hairgrass

Eleocharis montevidensis

Common Name: Giant Hairgrass
Family Name: Cyperaceae
Native To: North America
Lighting: Medium
pH: 5.5 - 8
Growth Demands: Easy
Growth Form: Upright
Growth Rate: Fast
True Aquatic: Yes
Placement In Tank: Background
Available As: Potted Plant

Eleocharis montevidensis is a native plant to North America.  Commonly found in marshy areas of the Southern United States Eleocharis montevidensis makes an excellent background plant in the aquarium.  Sold under the common name of giant hairgrass, plant clusters of three of four pots to start your background and then allow it to expand by runners.