Lilaeopsis brasiliensis, commonly known as Brazilian Micro Sword, is a popular, grass-like carpeting plant native to South America used in aquascaping.
Key Characteristics
• Appearance: Thin, bright green, sword-like leaves that form a low-growing lawn effect.
• Height: Typically grows between 1.5 to 3 inches (4 to 7 cm) tall.
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate; spreads horizontally via underground runners.
• Origin: South America (Brazil, Paraguay, and parts of Argentina).
Care Requirements
• Lighting: Medium to high light intensity is required to achieve a dense, compact lawn.
• Substrate & Nutrients: Thrives in a nutrient-rich aqua soil or substrate with regular liquid fertilization and iron.
• CO₂: CO₂ injection speeds up growth and helps the carpet fill in faster, though it can grow in lower-tech setups with patience.
