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Lilaeopsis brasiliensis

Fine narrow Brazilian micro sword for foreground carpeting in planted aquariums

Fine narrow Brazilian micro sword for foreground carpeting in planted aquariums

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Quick Facts

Common name: Brazilian Micro Sword

Origin: South America

Position in Aquarium: Foreground

Grows up to (cm): 7 cm

Pot Size: 5 cm

Growth rate: Slow

Description

Lilaeopsis brasiliensis, the Brazilian micro sword, is a compact carpeting plant from South America with fine, narrow leaves that grow in small tufts and gradually form a low, grassy carpet across the aquarium floor. Its delicate appearance and small leaf size make it a popular foreground choice in nature aquarium and aquascaping layouts where a refined, natural-looking carpet is desired.

It is a moderately demanding species that benefits from medium light and CO2 supplementation for effective carpeting. Without CO2 the plant can still be grown but spreads slowly and may not achieve the dense, flat carpet it is capable of producing under better conditions. A nutrient-rich substrate aids establishment and encourages lateral spread via runners.

Supplied as an established potted plant, Lilaeopsis brasiliensis suits aquariums from 40 litres upward. Planting in small tufts spaced 2–3 cm apart across the foreground allows runners to connect and fill in over several weeks, building into a neat micro-sword carpet that suits both small and large planted aquariums.

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 brasiliensis Tropica
Lilaeopsis brasiliensis Tropica
Lilaeopsis brasiliensis Tropica
Lilaeopsis brasiliensis Tropica
Lilaeopsis brasiliensis

Customers praised this aquarium plant for arriving healthy with "excellent roots" and good quality. Most reported successful growth and rooting. Some noted planting challenges due to short roots initially, and a few mentioned slow growth depending on water parameters. Delivery times were excellent, with shoppers describing it as "fast service."

  • The pots were so full I had more than enough with excellent roots
  • It is such a happy plant, rooted so well
  • The plant came in great shape and has taken really well in my aquarium
  • 5 stars: 120 (90%)
  • 4 stars: 11 (8%)
  • 3 stars: 1 (1%)
  • 2 stars: 2 (1%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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sharon G. (Aylesford, GB)
Good plants

Nice plants for my 25 litre tank, have bought these a few times, always grow fast & nice & a lovely colour.

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Miss

A lot of leggy plants i had to snip off the root and replant but the bits thay were good were nice and lush and green im sure they will grow out lovely.

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Robert

Nice healthy plants, now thriving know the aquarium

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Alan M. (Leeds, GB)
Fit:
Very bad
Very good
This one, also from the starter pack is growing

This one, also from the starter pack is growing really well and filling out quite well. To the degree that someone else has asked about it, so it obviously caught their eye.

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Alan M. (Leeds, GB)
Fit:
Very bad
Very good
Plant is coming along nicely, not quite the

Plant is coming along nicely, not quite the colour as in the photo but very pleasing nevertheless. It’s strong and healthy as are the other plants in the beginner’s pack. Highly recommended if like me, you’re not too sure about which plants to get.

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Philip j.S. (Slough, GB)
Excellent plant doing well

Excellent plant doing well.

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sharon G. (Gillingham, GB)
Great plant in my tank always, great packaging

Great plant in my tank always, great packaging and quick delivery too always.

E
Edward J.L. (Motherwell, GB)
Fit:
Very bad
Very good
Tolerates Scottish soft water.

One of the few plants that can survive Scottish soft water. Would recommend for Scottish aquarists who are fed up buying plants that melt within a short period of time.

a
alan s. (Kings Lynn, GB)
plant was up to you usual standard very good

plant was up to you usual standard very good .

W
W H. (Chesterfield, GB)
Great service and excellent plant as ordered,

Great service and excellent plants as ordered, will happily use again.

J
John C. (Bolton, GB)
Need to get some more

It's look very good in the fish tank need to get some more

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liam

All plants healthy, already grown an inch or so.

S
Susan

Lovely healthy plant

L
LyndsW (Sittingbourne, GB)
Plant received was tiny and didn't survive.

Plant received was absolutely tiny and sadly didn't grow at all. I wasn't expecting a huge plant but it was really small for the price paid.

M
Mr

Great

M
Mr

Great

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Greg W. (Exeter, GB)
Such Good Plants - I Shall Be Back For More!

A lovely plant. Very healthy. Quick delivery. A very helpful seller. Recommended.

G
Greg W. (Exeter, GB)
10 Out of 10 For This Plant!

A lovely plant. Very healthy. Quick delivery. A very helpful seller. Recommended.

A
Alastair J. (Northwich, GB)
Hygrophila

Usual prompt delivery and good quality plants, thriving in my aquarium after planting.

A
Aisha W. (Durham, GB)
Lovely

Hardy and easy to look after according to website.
Only been in our brand new tank for a week but looks great.
Wish I had more money as I'd buy so many more plants from these guys! Amazing communication. Fantastic delivery. Plants arrived very healthy. Hopefully I can keep them that way!!! 🙏 🤞

P
Patrick H. (Sutton Coldfield, GB)
PERFECT CONDITION

Arrived in absolute perfect condition and is already growing well a few days after putting it in my tank!

J
Judith P. (Bristol, GB)
Small....

Gone downhill since I used last time very small poor quality plants disappointed for the money I paid.

S
Samuel

Little hard to plant as roots are short, but the plant is healthy and doing well in aquarium

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irene m. (Gateshead, GB)
Excellent

These plants arrived in Excellent condition , Growing well in my tank

I
Irene M. (Glasgow, GB)
I was surprised and impressed by the size and the healthy condition of this plant.+ quick delivery.

AS ABOVE

S
Simon W. (London, GB)

Perfect condition beautiful plant growing fast

C
Ciaran

Looks lovely

L
Lavinia M.(. (Birmingham, GB)
Cryptocoryne willisii

5 potted plants received with excellent care instructions from seller. Postal delay caused 3 plants to arrive in poor condition. But followed instructions and they are all now showing lots of new leaves.
Thank you

J
Jack G. (Pulborough, GB)

Ordered via. telephone and forgot to order tissue culture type , received six stems in a pot , good condition and growing ok but with p&p cost was £10.45 .

S
Simon W.
Review

What can I say all the plants came in excellent condition growing well in the tank

D
Diana I.
Review

God this plants can grow ! Definetly fast growing and fills out nicely! Have trimmed it few times and cuttings easily get replanted and settled, definetly a great background plant to use, in any tank

Product FAQs

Helpful details before you buy.

Does Lilaeopsis brasiliensis need CO2 to carpet?

CO2 significantly speeds up the carpeting process and helps the plant stay low and dense. Without it the plant spreads more slowly and may grow more loosely.

How is it different from Lilaeopsis mauritiana or novae-zelandiae?

All three are similar grass-like carpeting plants. Brasiliensis is native to South America, has slightly broader leaves than the other two, and typically requires more light and ideally CO2 for a dense carpet.

How do I plant it?

Divide the pot into small tufts and plant them 2–3 cm apart across the foreground. The runners will gradually connect the tufts and fill in the gaps.

What substrate does it need?

A fine, nutrient-rich substrate such as an aqua soil is ideal. In plain gravel, add root tabs to supply the nutrients the plant needs at root level.

Is it suitable for nano tanks?

Yes. Its very small size makes it a practical foreground plant for nano tanks from 40 litres and upward.

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Lilaeopsis brasiliensis

Fine narrow Brazilian micro sword for foreground carpeting in planted aquariums

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Average care Medium light CO2 recommended Foreground plant
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Lilaeopsis brasiliensis Tropica
Lilaeopsis brasiliensis Tropica
Lilaeopsis brasiliensis Tropica
Lilaeopsis brasiliensis Tropica
Lilaeopsis brasiliensis

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About this plant

Lilaeopsis brasiliensis, the Brazilian micro sword, is a compact carpeting plant from South America with fine, narrow leaves that grow in small tufts and gradually form a low, grassy carpet across the aquarium floor. Its delicate appearance and small leaf size make it a popular foreground choice in nature aquarium and aquascaping layouts where a refined, natural-looking carpet is desired.

It is a moderately demanding species that benefits from medium light and CO2 supplementation for effective carpeting. Without CO2 the plant can still be grown but spreads slowly and may not achieve the dense, flat carpet it is capable of producing under better conditions. A nutrient-rich substrate aids establishment and encourages lateral spread via runners.

Supplied as an established potted plant, Lilaeopsis brasiliensis suits aquariums from 40 litres upward. Planting in small tufts spaced 2–3 cm apart across the foreground allows runners to connect and fill in over several weeks, building into a neat micro-sword carpet that suits both small and large planted aquariums.

Product FAQs

Does Lilaeopsis brasiliensis need CO2 to carpet?

CO2 significantly speeds up the carpeting process and helps the plant stay low and dense. Without it the plant spreads more slowly and may grow more loosely.

How is it different from Lilaeopsis mauritiana or novae-zelandiae?

All three are similar grass-like carpeting plants. Brasiliensis is native to South America, has slightly broader leaves than the other two, and typically requires more light and ideally CO2 for a dense carpet.

How do I plant it?

Divide the pot into small tufts and plant them 2–3 cm apart across the foreground. The runners will gradually connect the tufts and fill in the gaps.

What substrate does it need?

A fine, nutrient-rich substrate such as an aqua soil is ideal. In plain gravel, add root tabs to supply the nutrients the plant needs at root level.

Is it suitable for nano tanks?

Yes. Its very small size makes it a practical foreground plant for nano tanks from 40 litres and upward.