The Lobelia Cardinalis Gigantea is a native of Northern America, flourishes along streams, rivers, and waterways. However, in nurseries, this captivating plant is meticulously cultivated under marshy conditions, giving rise to lush, dark-green leaves with a subtle hint of purple on their undersides.
When carefully nurtured in aquariums, these leaves undergo a stunning transformation, adopting a delightful light-green hue. They gracefully grow on stems ranging from 10 to 30 cm in height, spreading 5 to 10 cm wide, making them a cherished choice for aquascaping.
Notably, the Lobelia Cardinalis Gigantea is a sought-after addition to Dutch-style aquariums, often featured in lush "plant streets." In open aquariums, it showcases its versatility by growing above the water's surface. Here, it unfurls exquisite scarlet flowers, and its leaves regain their vibrant coloration, creating a breathtaking spectacle.
Furthermore, for those looking to enhance their garden ponds, the Lobelia Cardinalis stands as a remarkable option, offering both aesthetic appeal and versatility in aquatic gardening.
Family Name: Lobeliaceae
Origin: North America
Max Height: 12”
pH: 6-7.5
Care: Easy
Light: Medium
Co2: Recommended
Propagation: Cut stem, new growth, or lateral shoots
Growth rate: Moderate
Shipping Size: 2-3"
Overall rating: 4.423077 / 5 from 26 reviews.
Review topics: ["shipping","plants","roots"].
"Everything came in completely healthy and much quicker than expected even for standard shipping! Got a lot more plant out of a single bunch than expected too especially for less than $8. Will be back!"
"Love the plant so far."
"These things are huge. They haven't turned purple for me but they look very healthy"
"The plant arrived in good condition. Some melt but not bad. Planted and hoping it will take to the new aquarium."
"Plants arrived in great condition and on time. They were planted the same day and are showing new growth after 48 hours. Definitely a 5 star rating for the quality and service that the Bruce Company provided. Mike T. , a aquarium keeper for over 65 years."
"Arrived healthy, I love the purple"
"Lobelia Cardinalis Gigantea was in not the best condition, but tried to plant it anyway. So far everything has melted back and it only has the stems, which are looking pale. Still giving it time, since it could come back."
"The plants i brought from you are doing great, new leaves starting and looking good. Will definitely order from you again"
"Still small but came in perfect!"
"Plants arrive in great condition so far they are doing well 👍"
