Cardamine Lyrata
You will receive: 1 pot, ready to plant — freshly delivered from the nursery.
⚠️ Level: Medium — Cardamine Lyrata thrives best at lower temperatures and is sensitive to chemicals and excessively soft water.
Cardamine Lyrata, also known as Chinese Ivy, is an elegant stem plant from Asia with round, light green leaves. The plant is versatile — it can serve as both a midground and background plant and forms a lush, airy group under good conditions. Special note: the plant thrives best at lower temperatures, making it suitable for cold water aquariums.
🌿 Plant specifications
| Placement | Mid- & background |
| Max. height | ±35 cm |
| Light | Normal to high |
| CO₂ | 10–40 mg/l (recommended) |
| Temperature | 15–26°C |
| pH | 5.0–8.0 |
| KH | 5–15 |
| Origin | Asia |
| Other name | Chinese Ivy |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Propagation | Via cuttings and side shoots |
| Difficulty | ⭐⭐ Medium |
🚚 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 working days
- Received dead? We will resolve this together. Contact us within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
- Free shipping from €59,-
✂️ Care
Plant the stems in the midground or background. Lower temperatures (15–26°C) are essential — the plant grows poorly at excessively warm temperatures. The plant is sensitive to chemicals and excessively soft water — keep the KH between 5 and 15. Liquid fertiliser such as Sera Florena supports healthy growth. Prune regularly; cut off tops can be replanted.
💡 Planter's tip
Ideal for cold water aquariums and biotope aquariums. The round, light green leaves create an airy, decorative effect in the midground or background. Combines beautifully with other cold water plants such as Vallisneria or Eleocharis.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
My plant is not growing well — what's wrong?
Check the temperature — Cardamine Lyrata thrives best at 15–26°C. At higher temperatures, the plant grows poorly. Also check the KH — excessively soft water is harmful to this species.
Is this plant suitable for a cold water aquarium?
Yes, Cardamine Lyrata is an excellent choice for cold water aquariums.
Is this plant suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes, fully shrimp-friendly — provided no chemicals are used.
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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