Lobelia cardinalis 'Mini' in Vitro Culture® – Compact Bright Green Rosette for Foreground Planting
Lobelia cardinalis 'Mini' is a dwarf variety of the classic Lobelia cardinalis, selectively cultivated for its short stature and tight, bushy growth. Unlike the taller form, this miniature version maintains a rosette-like structure with round, bright green leaves that remain low to the substrate—making it ideal for foreground use in aquascapes. It offers a clean, structured aesthetic and can develop a reddish tint under high lighting and CO₂.
Now available in our sterile Vitro Culture® 4-inch bag, this cultivar is lab-grown using tissue culture technology to ensure a 100% pest-free, algae-free, and pesticide-free start—perfect for precision aquascaping and shrimp-safe tanks.
🌿 Key Features:
Scientific Name: Lobelia cardinalis 'Mini'
Common Name: Dwarf Cardinal Plant
Leaf Color: Bright green with potential reddish hues under intense light
Growth Form: Low-growing, compact rosette with rounded leaves
Vitro Culture® Format: 4-inch sealed bag with multiple healthy plantlets in sterile gel or liquid
Placement: Foreground
Growth Rate: Moderate
Difficulty Level: Easy to Medium
💧 Optimal Growing Conditions:
Lighting: Medium to high
CO₂: Recommended for compact growth and red coloration
Substrate: Nutrient-rich substrate or root tab supplementation improves performance
Water Parameters: pH 6.0–7.5 | Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C)
Propagation: Cuttings and lateral shoots
🌱 Additional Information:
Nutrient Substrate: Required
Can Be Grown Emersed: Yes
🧪 Vitro Culture® Advantages:
100% Pest-Free: No snails, algae, or contaminants
Safe for Shrimp & Sensitive Species: Pesticide-free and clean
Long Shelf Life: Store under light before planting
Easy to Plant: Rinse, separate gently, and plant into nutrient-rich substrate
🐠 Aquascaping Benefits:
Ideal Foreground Choice: Compact form fits perfectly in front layouts
Color Versatility: Adds brightness and contrast to green or red-heavy scapes
Structured Look: Provides neat, geometric patterns in carpeting designs
Low Maintenance: Great for both beginners and seasoned aquascapers
📦 What You’ll Receive:
One 4-inch sealed Vitro Culture® bag containing healthy Lobelia cardinalis 'Mini' plantlets—ready to rinse, acclimate, and plant.
⚠️ Disclaimer:
Photos are for reference only. Coloration and size may vary based on tank conditions. Tissue culture plants may temporarily melt during transition but will regrow healthy leaves under stable care.
Return Policy: All sales are final
24 Hours Live Arrival Guarantee* - In a rare case of live stocks dead on arrival, we must be notified within 24 hours by the same day of delivery. Please take clear photos of the damaged product and send it to us within 24 hours. Live Arrival Guarantee will be void after 24 hours of delivery. All replacements are considered final and we will not replace the replacement.
Please be aware that our Live Arrival Guarantee is subject to certain conditions. Specifically, the guarantee will not be applicable in cases where the package is marked as 'invalid address', 'undeliverable' or is 'returned to sender.' This includes situations such as a vacant delivery address, a missing apartment number, or any other issues that prevent the postal service from delivering your package.
It is crucial to provide accurate and complete shipping information to ensure the successful delivery of your order and the applicability of the Live Arrival Guarantee.
Please keep in mind that Live Arrival Guarantee only guarantees that live stocks will be alive upon arrival. We cannot guarantee that you will continue to have success with them. Many factors, including the aquarium environment, water quality, nutrient, temperature, lighting, filter, and CO2 system, can contribute to the failure to grow live plants and live animals.
Even though our plants are very clean, but we can't guarantee they will be 100% pest-free because we cannot be responsible for your aquarium. Please use it at your own risk. We recommended all customers rinse the plants with clean water and quarantine them before use.
However, plants in tissue culture will be 100% free from pests, algae and never have been contacting with any aquarium.
Please review your state's regulations on restricted plants, as we are committed to not shipping plants that are restricted in your area. Do not release any plants into the wild or waterways, as this can harm local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.
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Thank you for your responsible commitment to environmental preservation.
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