Schismatoglottis Prietoi - In Vitro
You will receive: 1 In Vitro cup — completely free of algae, snails, and pathogens. Ready to plant directly into any aquarium.
✅ Level: Easy — Schismatoglottis Prietoi is a slow grower that makes few demands and requires almost no maintenance.
Schismatoglottis Prietoi is a compact rhizome plant with bright green, pointed leaves. Its growth habit strongly resembles a Cryptocoryne, but the plant remains much more compact — a maximum of 10 cm in height. The plant can be planted in the substrate or attached to wood. The In Vitro version is 100% sterile grown — ideal for shrimp tanks and sensitive aquariums.
🌿 Plant specifications
| Placement | Foreground & midground | also on wood |
| Max. height | ±10 cm |
| Light | Normal to high |
| CO₂ | Not required |
| Temperature | 22–28°C |
| Origin | Southeast Asia |
| Family | Araceae |
| Type | Rhizome plant |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Propagation | Via side shoots / daughter plants |
| Difficulty | ⭐ Easy |
| Suitable for shrimp | Yes |
✅ 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
- More plant material per package than a standard pot
🚚 Delivery & warranty
- Delivered fresh from the nursery — ready to plant
- Shipping Tuesday or Friday → Read more about shipping
- Delivery with track & trace, usually within 1–2 business days
- Dead on arrival? We'll solve it 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. Plant in the foreground or midground, or attach to driftwood with fishing line or aquarium glue. Never bury the rhizome — this prevents rotting. The plant grows slowly and requires little maintenance. CO₂ is not required. Liquid fertilizer such as Sera Florena supports healthy growth.
💡 Planter's tip
The compact form and bright green leaves make Schismatoglottis Prietoi an excellent choice for nano aquariums or as an accent alongside Anubias or Bucephalandra on wood. Ideal for shrimp tanks due to its slow, steady growth and sterile In Vitro cultivation.
❓ Frequently asked questions
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. If problems persist, please contact us.
Is this plant suitable for a shrimp tank?
Yes — especially as an In Vitro plant, 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.
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