Lilaeopsis Novae-Zelandiae

Scientific Name: Lilaeopsis novae-zelandiae

Common Name: New Zealand Grass Plant
Micro Sword (sometimes, though not to be confused with Lilaeopsis brasiliensis)

Origin: New Zealand

Height: 2 – 5 cm (0.8 – 2 inches)

• Forms a low, dense carpet across the substrate.

pH: 6.5 – 7.5

Care: Moderate

• Requires patience and stable tank conditions for best growth.

Light: Medium to High

• Needs strong lighting to grow compact and healthy; low light can cause it to become leggy.

CO₂: Recommended

• CO₂ supplementation promotes faster and healthier carpet formation, though it can survive without it under ideal light and nutrients.

Propagation: Runners

• Spreads by sending out horizontal runners, which develop into new plants.

Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate

• Carpet formation can take time; regular trimming can help it spread more evenly.