Eco Plant - Lobelia Cardinalis - InVitro small cup

About the plant Lobelia Cardinalis: 
Its popularity is due to its ease of cultivation and the striking shape of its leaves.

Lobelia cardinalis can be found growing wild in North America. In wetland and peat environments, the leaves will have a dark green color with a purple underside. The plant produces numerous scarlet-red flowers. 

When used in an aquarium, Lobelia Cardinalis has a striking light green color and makes a wonderful background or mid-ground plant depending on the size of the aquarium.

The plant can be easily propagated by cutting leaves, stems, or roots. 

To maintain the plant, Neo Tabs Plant K and Neo Tabs Plant st.Long fertilizer tablets are sufficient.

When planting, clusters should be spaced 2.5 cm apart for faster growth. 

Adding CO2 and soft water will significantly accelerate growth. This plant can grow quickly and will require regular trimming when cultivated under the right conditions. 

Difficulty of cultivation:
Easy

Plant position:
Mid-ground

Growth rate:
Medium

Lighting:
Low approx. 0.3W/l

CO2 requirement:
Low 4 - 7 mg/l

Height:
7 - 14 cm

Tank:
Aquarium and Terrarium, jar garden

Pot size:
6 cm

Number of cuttings:
Depends on the size of the plant. Usually, it ranges from 14 for broad-leaved varieties to 50 for tall, fine-leaved or lawn types.