Brazilian Micro Sword (Lilaeopsis) (Lilaeopsis brasiliensis) is an intermediate-level aquarium plant. A fine, grass-like carpet plant with thin bright green blades. It spreads by runners across the foreground and looks best under good light in a tank with a nutrient-rich substrate.
Care facts at a glance
| Scientific name | Lilaeopsis brasiliensis |
|---|---|
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Origin | Coastal Americas |
| Height | 1-3 in |
| Light | Medium to high |
| CO2 | Helpful |
| Placement | Foreground carpet |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Temperature | 68-80°F |
| pH | 6.0-7.5 |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Propagation | Runners |
Quick tips
- Plant in small tufts, a little apart, so runners can fill in.
- Needs good light and a nutrient-rich substrate to carpet.
- Trim gently; very short trimming can slow it.
San Diego water
Captive-bred stock usually adapts to San Diego tap water with slow acclimation. For best color and health, many keepers blend tap with RO/DI water. Learn the numbers in our San Diego tap water guide.
New to planted tanks? Start with our beginner planted tank guide and the plant fertilizer guide.
Find it at Pet Zone
Pet Zone Tropical Fish is a San Diego aquarium store with two locations. Stock changes daily, so call ahead if you are after a specific species or plant. Shop online at petzonesd.com.
4160 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111
(858) 987-0309
Open daily, 10am-6pm
Aquascaping, planted tanks
4266 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105
(619) 283-1812
Closed Monday; Tue-Fri 10:30am-6pm, Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Monster fish, koi