{"product_id":"eriocaulon-sp-vietnam-rare-freshwater-aquarium-plant","title":"Eriocaulon sp. Vietnam - Rare Freshwater Aquarium Plant","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eEriocaulon sp. Vietnam is a rare and striking freshwater aquarium plant featuring broad, medium-green arching leaves that form a beautiful rosette shape. Originating from Thanh Hoa, Vietnam, this intermediate-level plant is prized by aquascapers for its dramatic visual impact and unique form. While it requires a nutrient-rich substrate and moderate CO2, the reward is one of the most photogenic plants in the hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLooking for more live plants? Browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/live-plants\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLive Plants\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/plant-supplies\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlant Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eCare Guide\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to High — needs good lighting to thrive\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended — performs best with CO2 injection\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nutrient-rich aquasoil preferred; slightly acidic substrate ideal\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 68–82°F (20–28°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–7.0 (soft, slightly acidic water preferred)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow to Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground — stunning as a focal point\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Division — separate offshoots as the rosette expands\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEriocaulon Vietnam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEriocaulon\u003c\/em\u003e sp. 'Vietnam'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eEriocaulaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eThanh Hoa, Vietnam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eIntermediate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e6–12 inches (15–30 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold As\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePotted plant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need CO2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCO2 is strongly recommended. While Eriocaulon Vietnam can survive without CO2 under strong lighting, it will not thrive or reach its full potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat substrate works best?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNutrient-rich aquasoil is ideal. Inert substrates require root tabs to support this heavy root feeder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I plant it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRemove from the pot, carefully separate the rock wool from the roots, and bury just the roots in the substrate — leaving the crown exposed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLive plants ship via USPS Priority. Plants are wrapped in damp paper towels and sealed in bags to maintain moisture during transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some plants may experience minor melting after being introduced to a new tank. This is normal — new growth will appear within 1–2 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Carolina Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48644955799771,"sku":"PLANT-PERVI","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_0e596081-c8fe-4c61-8cc4-652167a1eb2f.png?v=1777041145","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/eriocaulon-sp-vietnam-rare-freshwater-aquarium-plant","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}