Lobelia cardinalis – ALA Livestock

Graceful Vertical Accent for Any Aquascape

Lobelia cardinalis is a beautiful,graceful aquatic plantknown for itsvibrant green foliageandelegant, upright growth. Native to North America, it is a popular choice among aquascapers for its ability to create a natural, “wild” look in aquariums. With itsnarrow, lance-shaped leavesthat grow on tall, slender stems, it makes an excellent addition tomidground or background placementsin larger aquariums.

This versatile plant grows well ina range of water conditionsand is easy to care for, making it ideal for bothbeginning and advanced hobbyistsalike. With proper care, it producesdense clustersof vibrant green stems, adding vertical interest and a touch of natural beauty to aquascapes.

Growth Characteristics:

• Growth Rate:Medium

• Height:Typically 20–50 cm, depending on conditions

• Lighting Needs:Medium to high lighting for optimal growth

• CO₂:Not required but helps with overall growth and vibrancy

• Water Parameters:Prefers slightly acidic to neutral water (pH 6.0–7.5), soft to moderately hard water

Appearance:
Lobelia cardinalis hasnarrow, lance-shaped leavesthat arerich greenin color, with adense, bushy appearanceas it grows. The plant can develop a slightly reddish tinge at the tips under high light or during nutrient-rich conditions, adding an appealing contrast to green aquascapes.

Care Tips:

• Trim regularly to encourage bushier growth

• Plant in clusters to formnatural-looking bunchesin the aquascape

• Thrives inhigh light conditionsbut can tolerate lower light levels with slower growth

• Ideal forDutch-style aquascapingor as a background plant in nature aquascapes

Why Choose Lobelia cardinalis?

• Adds natural vertical structure to the aquascape

• Excellent forcreating depth and layersin a planted tank

• Low-maintenanceand adaptable to a variety of setups

• Suitable forlarger aquariumsor as a backdrop for smaller foreground plants