Compact growth habit ensures low, bushy clusters for controlled aquascaping
Vibrant green, rounded leaves provide striking contrast with other plants
Thrives under medium to high light conditions for easy maintenance
Can be grown emersed or submerged, adaptable to various setups
Produces new shoots that can be cut and replanted for continuous growth
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Want a stem plant that stays in the foreground? Lobelia cardinalis 'Mini' is the dwarf form of the Cardinal Plant — tight internodes, small rounded bright green leaves, and a low horizontal habit that holds a clean edge when trimmed. The full-size species runs to the background; this one does not.
What You’ll Receive
Sold as loose fresh-c
Scientific Name
Lobelia cardinalis 'Mini'
Plant Type
Aquatic, flowering, groundcover
Growth Rate
Moderate
Lighting Requirement
Medium to high
pH Range
6.0–7.5
Temperature Range
18°C–28°C (64°F–82°F)
CO2 Requirement
Yes (recommended for compact growth)
Substrate
Nutrient substrate required, can be grown emersed
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Great quality arrived fast
bree · Yesterday
Arrived damaged from usps
Arrived pretty fast, but came in damaged from usps. Caught the worker throwing it on camera. You could look at the plants i ordered, and could tell it was thrown around. All but half a stem died. But im hoping that half makes it. It definitely is a pretty plant. Its currently in a dry start tank with the rest of the order, and seems to be making a comeback
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Chrys · January 2, 2026
Sturdy little plants
I planted the Lobelia Cardinalis Mini in a fairly new tank about 2 weeks ago. They've already rooted nicely and have added maybe an inch to their length. I couldn't be happier!