• Lilaeopsis mauritiana
  • Lilaeopsis mauritiana
  • Lilaeopsis mauritiana
  • Lilaeopsis mauritiana
  • Lilaeopsis mauritiana
  • Lilaeopsis mauritiana - Aqua Essentials
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Lilaeopsis mauritiana

Compact Mauritian carpeting plant suited to lower light planted aquariums

£7.99
£7.99
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Quick Facts

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Origin: Africa

Position in Aquarium: Foreground

Grows up to (cm): 10 cm

Pot Size: 5 cm

Growth rate: Medium pace
Description

Lilaeopsis mauritiana is a rare carpeting plant native to Mauritius, producing fine, grass-like leaves that spread slowly to create a low, natural-looking foreground carpet. Discovered in 1992 by Holger Windelov of Tropica, it is unique to the island and remains one of the more unusual foreground plants available to aquarium hobbyists.

Unlike most carpeting plants, Lilaeopsis mauritiana tolerates lower light levels, making it more accessible for low-tech aquariums. CO2 is not essential but will accelerate its naturally slow spreading rate. Regular trimming is important — cutting the leaves encourages lateral spread and helps the plant build a denser, more compact carpet over time.

Supplied as an established potted plant, Lilaeopsis mauritiana suits aquariums from 40 litres upward. Patient hobbyists who invest time in regular trimming will be rewarded with a characterful, fine-textured foreground that is distinctly different from more commonly available carpeting plants.
Plant Sizes

You’ll receive a healthy, rooted plant in a pot, similar to those shown. Each one is hand-checked before dispatch.
Shipping

Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 4pm, Monday to Friday. Tracked 24 Service from £4.99, DPD Express from £6.99.
Lilaeopsis mauritiana
Lilaeopsis mauritiana
Lilaeopsis mauritiana
Lilaeopsis mauritiana
Lilaeopsis mauritiana - Aqua Essentials

Aquatic foreground plant with excellent carpeting capability. Customers praise "excellent condition" upon arrival and consistent growth. Slow-growing initially but "quickly grows" once established, "putting out side shots" within weeks. Popular for creating carpet effects in aquariums. Customers report needing trimming after 1-2 months.

  • Makes a really nice foreground feature. After 30 days now starting to see evidence of carpeting.
  • Fantastic plant in excellent condition, growing and spreading, so much so I will soon trim them.
  • Excellent plant. In perfect condition.
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robert k.
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Excellent plant. In perfect condition.

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Andrew B.
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Makes a really nice foreground feature. After 30 days now starting to see evidence of carpeting. Great service and quality.

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Andrew B.
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Arrived in great condition. Planted in foreground of tank and they are seeking nicely. Slow growing so not much to report after 2 weeks but they look fine and make an interesting addition. Will definitely be back for more!

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Katarzyna P.
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The plant arrived in a good condition and is keeping well in my aquarium, after 2 weeks I can see new shots appearing from gravel.

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Chris B.
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Arrived in good condition, established slowly but easy to keep

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Alicja P.
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Very good plant, very nicely and they quickly grows.

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Mark S.
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I used these as a foreground cover in my new setup. They have been in there now just over 1 month they are doing really well, putting out side shots, it wont be long before they need trimming back.

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Joan G.
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Lovely healthy plants. Very impressed with Aqua essentials for quality, packaging, and speedy service.

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Weismann L.
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All plants I ordered from Aqua-Essentials have been in a perfect state when they arrived. They also started growing quickly once planted in my tank. Delivery speed was outstanding as usual. Very satisfied.

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Mark S.
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As always fantastic plant in excellent condition and expertly packaged. they have been in my tank a few weeks now and are growing and spreading, so much so I will soon have to trim them back a bit.

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Mark S.
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I love this plant they have been in the tank just a couple of weeks and I have already had to trim them back. As always they arrived in excellent packaging and are really lush and green.

Product FAQs

Helpful details before you buy.

Is Lilaeopsis mauritiana easy to grow?

Yes, it tolerates lower light than many carpeting plants, making it accessible for low-tech setups.

How do I get Lilaeopsis mauritiana to carpet?

Plant in the foreground and prune regularly. Trimming encourages lateral spread and denser growth over time.

Does Lilaeopsis mauritiana need CO2?

CO2 is not essential but will accelerate growth. Without it the plant grows slowly but will still carpet with regular pruning.

How fast does Lilaeopsis mauritiana grow?

It is a slow grower. Consistent pruning and adequate nutrients will help it thicken and spread more quickly.

Where does Lilaeopsis mauritiana originate from?

It is native to Mauritius, discovered in 1992 by Holger Windelov, founder of Tropica. It is unique to that island.