Lobelia Cardinalis - In Vitro
You will receive: 1 In Vitro cup — completely free of algae, snails, and pathogens. Ready to plant directly into any aquarium.
⚠️ Level: Medium — Lobelia Cardinalis needs a lot of light for the best color and growth. CO₂ promotes growth.
Lobelia Cardinalis is a strong and striking aquarium plant with thick stems and leaves that have a scarlet red underside — a beautiful color contrast. Robust and adaptable to many biotopes, from tropical to temperate.
🌿 Plant specifications
| Placement | Background |
| Max. height | ±50 cm |
| Light | Very much |
| CO₂ | Recommended |
| Temperature | 20–28°C |
| Origin | North, Central & South America |
| Dutch name | Scarlet lobelia |
| Type | Stem plant |
| Difficulty | ⭐⭐ Medium |
✅ Advantages of In Vitro
- 100% free of algae, snails, and pathogens
- No quarantine needed — direct into the aquarium
- Ideal for shrimp and sensitive biotope aquariums
🚚 Delivery & warranty
- Freshly delivered from the nursery — ready to plant
- Shipping Tuesday or Friday → Read more about shipping
- Delivery with track & trace, usually within 1–2 business days
- Received dead? We will resolve this together. Contact us within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
- Free shipping from €59,-
✂️ Care
Gently rinse off the culture gel. Plant in the background. A lot of light is needed for the best color and growth. Prune regularly for a compact, branched plant. Liquid nutrients such as Sera Florena support healthy growth.
💡 Planter's tip
The scarlet red underside of the leaf is best showcased with strong top-down lighting. Combines beautifully with green stem plants for a color contrast.
Do you have another question? Feel free to contact us — we are happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.
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