{"product_id":"untitled-jul21_18-52-19","title":"Helanthium Tenellum (Dwarf Chain Sword)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate a lush, natural foreground or midground aquascape with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelanthium tenellum (Dwarf Chain Sword)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a hardy carpeting plant known for its grass-like appearance and ability to spread through runners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis variety is grown \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eemersed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, meaning it is cultivated above water before shipping. When introduced into your aquarium, it may shed its larger emersed leaves and transition into its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esmaller, narrower submerged leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This natural conversion process is normal and a sign that the plant is adapting to its new underwater environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Details:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Helanthium tenellum\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dwarf Chain Sword \/ Narrow Leaf Chain Sword\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Form:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Foreground to midground carpeting plant\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Beginner-friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLighting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low to high (higher light encourages denser growth and may bring out reddish tones)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not required, but beneficial for faster growth and spreading\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Foreground, around hardscape, or as a grassy transition plant\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to Expect:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlants arrive with emersed leaves that may look different from their underwater form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlder leaves may yellow, melt, or fall away as the plant converts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew submerged growth will emerge with a shorter, narrower appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce established, it spreads naturally through runners to create a beautiful grassy carpet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant individual portions into your substrate with the crown above the substrate line. Provide adequate lighting and nutrients for the best growth. Regular trimming can encourage a thicker, more compact carpet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA great choice for nature-style aquariums, shrimp tanks, community tanks, and aquascapes looking for a natural grassy foreground without the demanding care of traditional carpeting plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Planted Tank","offers":[{"title":"Potted","offer_id":52179448103202,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"One piece","offer_id":52179448135970,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Three pieces","offer_id":52179448168738,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Five pieces","offer_id":52179448201506,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0954\/9499\/6258\/files\/A4B97508-2BD4-413C-ACD5-2CE813F55BEB.jpg?v=1784679578","url":"https:\/\/planted-tank.com\/products\/untitled-jul21_18-52-19","provider":"The Planted Tank","version":"1.0","type":"link"}