Proserpinaca Palustris - In Vitro
You will receive: 1 In Vitro cup, ready to plant — sterile grown, freshly delivered from the nursery.
⚠️ Level: Advanced — Proserpinaca Palustris requires a lot of light and CO₂ for the most beautiful orange/red leaf color.
Proserpinaca Palustris is one of the most unique aquarium plants — underwater, its leaves turn a brilliant orange/red and take on the shape of narrow feathers. A slow but compact grower that is perfect for smaller and nano aquariums. Sterile grown and 100% free of algae, snails, and pesticides.
🌿 Plant specifications
| Placement | Mid & background |
| Max. height | ±40 cm |
| Light | High (crucial for leaf color) |
| CO₂ | 15–40 mg/l (required) |
| Temperature | 20–26°C |
| pH | 5.0–7.5 |
| KH | 0–18 |
| Origin | South America |
| Family | Haloragaceae |
| Type | Stem plant |
| Propagation | By cuttings |
| Difficulty | ⭐⭐⭐ Advanced |
🌱 Why In Vitro?
- 100% free of algae, snails & pesticides — sterile grown
- Safe for shrimp & sensitive fish
- Multiple stems per cup — immediately enough for a beautiful group
🚚 Delivery & warranty
- Freshly delivered from the nursery — ready to plant immediately
- Shipping Tuesday or Friday → Read more about shipping
- Delivery with track & trace, usually within 1–2 business days
- Received dead? We'll solve it together. Contact us within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
- Free shipping from €59,-
✂️ Care
Gently rinse the gel under lukewarm water and plant the stems in the mid or background. Plenty of light and CO₂ are essential for the orange/red leaf color — without sufficient light, the leaves will remain green. Prune the tops regularly for optimal growth and branching. Liquid fertilizer like Sera Florena supports healthy growth.
💡 Planting tip
Regularly prune the tops — this encourages branching and produces the most beautiful feathery leaves. The orange/red color makes this plant a real eye-catcher in any aquascape.
❓ Frequently asked questions
My leaves stay green — what's wrong?
The orange/red color only develops with plenty of light and sufficient CO₂. Increase both for spectacular feathery leaves.
How do I remove the gel from an In Vitro plant?
Gently rinse the plant under lukewarm running water. The gel dissolves easily.
Is this plant suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes, In Vitro plants are 100% pesticide-free and completely shrimp-safe.
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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