Eleocharis Vivipara offers wispy background coverage in nature style aquariums or river inspired aquascapes. Remove this plant from its growing medium before planting. Click here to shop all aquarium plants! Eleocharis Vivipara is similar in foliage texure to the popular carpeting aquarium plant, Eleocharis Parvula aka Hair Grass. Eleocharis Vivipara, sometimes referred to as Umbrella Hair Grass, is a much taller variation of Eleocharis and offers excellent background coverage that will sometimes droop over and create a beautiful effect when it has reached the aquarium's water surface. We recommend this plant in river-style planted aquariums or in nature style aquarium tanks. It offers a semi-chaotic appearance and is extremely natural in any planted tank. A Glass Aqua favorite for background plant choice in a wide range of aquascacpes! A pressurized CO2 system is not required to grow Eleocharis Vivipara, but will promote quicker, lush growth. Once established, Eleocharis Vivipara is a prolific grower and will happily spread to all areas of an aquarium. To prevent this, regular trimming will be essential in maintaining this plant's growth! Common Name Umbrella Hair Grass Care Easy Lighting Medium to High CO2 Recommended Suggested Placement Background Propagation Trim and plant runners Growth Rate Moderate to Fast Height 12"+