Eriocaulon Setaceum

Common Name: Erio Setaceum

Family Name: Eriocaulaceae

Endemic To: Asia

Leaves: 3-5”

pH: 6-7.5

Care: Advanced

Light: High

Co2: Not necessary but recommended 

Propagation: Cut by rhizome

Growth rate: Slow

Eriocaulon Setaceum is another difficult Erio to keep.  This plant prefers acidic water with high light, CO2 and fertilization.  It grows more like a stem plant compared to the Erio Cinerum which is compact and low growing.  The leaves are fine and needle like, making it a perfect addition to a Dutch style aquascape