Ecoscape Helanthium Tenellum - In Vitro

You will receive: 1 In Vitro cup (Ecoscape, P5 size) — completely free of algae, snails, and pathogens. Ready to plant directly into any aquarium.

✅ Level: Medium — Helanthium Tenellum is a small Echinodorus-related species that forms a carpet in the foreground under the right conditions. CO₂ recommended for a dense carpet.

In a suitable environment, this small Echinodorus-related species will form a carpet in the foreground of your aquarium — a dense, green carpet ideal for the foreground of both nano and larger aquariums.

🌿 Plant Specifications

✅ Advantages of In Vitro

• 100% free of algae, snails, and pathogens
• No quarantine needed — direct to the aquarium
• Ideal for shrimp and sensitive biotope aquariums
• More plant material per package than a standard pot

🚚 Delivery & Warranty

• Freshly delivered from the nursery — ready to plant directly
• Shipping Tuesday or Friday → Read more about shipping
• Delivery with track & trace, usually within 1–2 working days
• Received dead? We'll solve this together. Contact us within 24 hours of receipt with a photo.
• Free shipping from €59,-

✂️ Care

Gently rinse off the culture gel under lukewarm water. Divide the plant into small portions and plant them with some distance between them in the substrate. With sufficient light and CO₂, the plant will gradually form a carpet via runners.

💡 Planting Tip

For a full carpet effect, we recommend planting several cups together. Combine with other ground covers for a varied foreground.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need CO₂ for a carpet?
CO₂ is not strictly required, but it accelerates growth and promotes a denser carpet.

How do I process an In Vitro cup?
Remove the plant from the cup, rinse off the culture gel under lukewarm water, divide into portions, and plant in the substrate.

My plant arrived yellow or limp — is that normal?
Yes, In Vitro plants are grown emersed and will adapt. Give the plant 1–2 weeks. For persistent issues: contact us.

Is this plant suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes — especially as In Vitro, it's ideal for shrimp tanks, completely free of pests.

Do you have another question? Feel free to contact us — we're happy to help you make the right choice for your aquarium.