Hemianthus Callitrichoides 'Cuba White'

Plant Profile

Common Names: HC Cuba White, Dwarf Baby Tears White, White HC

Hemianthus callitrichoides ‘Cuba White’ is a rare little gem in the carpeting‑plant world, best known for the smallest, most delicate leaves in the hobby and featuring a striking, creamy, pale white to variegated coloration that sets it apart from standard Dwarf Baby Tears. Because of its petite size and bright, standout color, HC Cuba White shines in nature‑style scapes, nano tanks, and high‑detail foregrounds where contrast really matters. Best suited for experienced hobbyists looking for a rewarding challenge, it spreads via low-creeping runners to form a dense, plush aquarium carpet.

Tissue Culture cups ensure your aquascape gets a super clean starting point. Lab‑grown and fully sterile, it arrives without pests, snails, duckweed, or any unwanted algae. It’s the go‑to option for anyone who wants peace of mind when adding fresh greenery to a carefully maintained setup.

Key Features & Benefits

• Perfect for aquascapers looking to create a high-impact, meticulous foreground with an uncommon look that commands attention.
• Displays exceptionally tiny leaves that maximize visual scale, making even the smallest nano tanks look massive and highly detailed.
• Spreads steadily via horizontal runners to form a tight, velvety foreground blanket that hugs the substrate closely.

Care & Planting Instructions

• This specialized variant is best suited for experienced hobbyists who can provide the strict high-tech environment it requires.
• Expect a more patient grow-out and adaptation period compared to standard green Dwarf Baby Tears due to the lack of chlorophyll in its variegated leaves.
• Provide high-intensity lighting and ensure it receives completely unobstructed, direct light; high lighting is mandatory to achieve healthy, compact growth.
• Inject pressurized CO2 continuously! This requirement is necessary to sustain its unique coloration and prevent stunting.
• Perform regular trimming to help maintain a clean, even carpet and prevent the lower layers from losing light as it fills in over time.
• Avoid making any drastic or sudden adjustments to the water chemistry, as highly unstable parameters will quickly cause this delicate species to melt or rot.

Quick Facts

Listed information should be treated as general guidelines only. Team Buce Plant encourages you to do thorough research to ensure healthy growth!

• Family Name: Scrophulariaceae
• Origin: North America, Cuba (Cultivated Variant)
• Height: 1–2 inches
• Placement: Foreground
• pH: 6.0–7.5
• Temperature: 68–82°F
• Care Level: Difficult
• Light Requirements: High
• CO2: Required
• Propagation: Cut new horizontal growth along with roots
• Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate