Lobelia Cardinalis Mini TC Tropical Plant
Lobelia Cardinalis Mini TC Tropical Plant is pre-ordered, confirm stock before ordering!
Pickup available at Jungle Aquatics
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Lobelia Cardinalis Mini TC Tropical Plant
Lobelia Cardinalis Mini TC Tropical Plant is pre-ordered, confirm stock before ordering!
Description
Description
Lobelia Cardinalis Mini TC Tropical Plant
Lobelia Cardinalis Mini TC Tropical Plant features beautiful light green leaves positioned closer together than the standard variety, with significantly smaller and more compact growth. The rounded leaves provide good contrast to many aquatic plants.
About Lobelia Cardinalis Mini TC Tropical Plant
Lobelia Cardinalis Mini TC Tropical Plant features beautiful light green leaves positioned closer together than the standard variety, with significantly smaller and more compact growth. The rounded leaves provide good contrast to many aquatic plants.
Care Requirements
Prefers slightly acidic to neutral water. A heavy feeder requiring comprehensive liquid fertilizers and regular dosing. Higher light levels promote more compact, bushy growth. CO2 supplementation aids development. Prune regularly.
Plant Specifications
- Difficulty: Medium
- Light Requirement: Medium
- CO2 Requirement: Recommended
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Placement: Midground
- Maximum Height: 15cm
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lobelia Cardinalis Mini suitable for beginners?
Lobelia Cardinalis Mini is rated as medium difficulty. While not the easiest plant to keep, it can be successfully maintained by beginners willing to provide medium lighting and CO2 injection. With consistent care, even newer hobbyists can achieve great results.
Does Lobelia Cardinalis Mini require CO2 injection?
CO2 injection is recommended for Lobelia Cardinalis Mini to achieve optimal growth and colouration. While it may survive without CO2, the plant will grow more slowly and may not display its best colours. A pressurised CO2 system with a diffuser is ideal.
Where should I place Lobelia Cardinalis Mini in my aquarium?
Lobelia Cardinalis Mini is best suited for midground placement in your aquarium. It grows to a maximum height of approximately 15cm, so plan your aquascape layout accordingly. Pair it with contrasting plants in other areas to create depth and visual interest.
What is a tissue culture plant and how do I plant it?
Tissue culture plants are laboratory-grown specimens free from pests, algae, and snails. To plant your Lobelia Cardinalis Mini, remove the cup lid, gently rinse off the nutrient gel under running water, and separate the plant into small portions. Plant each portion into your substrate using tweezers for best results.
How fast does Lobelia Cardinalis Mini grow?
Lobelia Cardinalis Mini has a slow growth rate. Patience is key with this plant, as it establishes slowly but rewards with beautiful growth over time. Ensure adequate lighting and nutrients to support healthy development.
Shipping
Shipping
When can I expect delivery?
- Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
- Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
- Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days
All orders are sent via Economy Road, typically through Fastway or Internet Express Couriers*. Estimated timeframes are not guaranteed. Once the order is collected by the courier, we have no control over third-party logistics and cannot make any time promises.
If you prefer a faster 🚀 shipping option, we also offer The Courier Guy during checkout in the dropdown selection. Please note that this option is not free, and you must choose it to use it. Please pay careful attention to the cutoff times and delivery timeframe for these options during checkout.
Bob Box, Pargo & PUDO Lockers
Bob Box, Pargo & PUDO Lockers
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No more waiting at home or at work for your delivery. Simply choose a collection locker or pickup point and collect your order when it suits you.
Delivery times to lockers and pickup locations typically range from 2–7 working days, depending on your location.*
Collection timeframes:
- Bob Box: Collect within 2 days of receiving your collection notification.
- PUDO Lockers: Collect within 36 hours of receiving your collection PIN or SMS notification.
- Pargo Pickup Points: Collect within 5 days of arrival at the pickup location.
If a PUDO parcel is not collected within 36 hours, it will automatically be transferred to the nearest PUDO Kiosk or Depot at no additional cost. The parcel will then be held there for approximately 14 days before being returned.
Please ensure you collect your parcel within the applicable collection period. Uncollected parcels will be returned to the sender, and additional shipping charges may apply should the order need to be resent.
