Collection: Tissue Culture

Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini' (Tissue Culture)

Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini' is a stunning aquatic plant that brings vibrant red hues to freshwater aquariums. Its compact growth habit and striking color make it a perfect choice for aquascaping, especially in nano or foreground setups. This tissue-cultured variety ensures a healthy, pest-free, and algae-free start for your aquascape.

Product Details

• Species: Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini'
• Common Names: AR Mini, Dwarf Alternanthera
• Origin: Cultivated variety
• Light Requirements: Medium to high
• CO2 Requirements: Recommended for optimal growth
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
• Placement: Foreground or midground
• Available Size: Tissue culture cups

Care Guidelines

Aquarium Setup:
Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini' thrives in a nutrient-rich substrate with good lighting to promote its vibrant coloration. It is ideal for aquascapes with CO2 injection, which enhances growth and intensifies its red tones. Position the plant in the foreground or midground of your aquarium to create a stunning visual impact.

Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 22°C – 28°C
• pH Range: 6.0 – 7.5
• Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard (2 – 12 dGH)
• Lighting: Medium to high intensity for vibrant red coloration

Growth and Maintenance:
This plant grows slowly and requires regular trimming to maintain its compact form. Pinch off older or taller stems to encourage bushy, lateral growth. Fertilization with liquid and root tabs will help maintain its health, especially in tanks without a nutrient-rich substrate.

Compatibility:
AR Mini is well-suited for aquascapes with small, peaceful fish such as tetras, rasboras, or shrimp. Avoid housing it with plant-eating species like goldfish or large cichlids that may damage its delicate leaves.

Benefits of Tissue Culture Plants:

• Pest-free and algae-free
• Ideal for quarantine setups
• Easy to acclimate to new environments
• High success rate for growth

Availability:
Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini' tissue culture cups are available at Cradle Coast Pet & Aquarium. Visit or contact the store to check availability and add this vibrant and compact aquatic plant to your aquascape today!

Hygrophila lancea (Tissue Culture)

Hygrophila lancea is a stunning and versatile aquatic plant, prized for its unique lance-shaped leaves and deep green to reddish hues. Perfect for aquascaping, this plant thrives in a variety of setups and provides a striking focal point in midground or background positions. Tissue culture ensures a healthy, pest-free start, making it a great choice for hobbyists seeking a vibrant and low-maintenance plant.

Product Details

• Species: Hygrophila lancea

• Common Names: Lancea, Hygrophila

• Origin: Asia

• Light Requirements: Medium to high

• CO2 Requirements: Recommended for optimal growth

• Growth Rate: Moderate

• Placement: Midground to background

• Available Size: Tissue culture cups

Care Guidelines

Aquarium Setup:

Hygrophila lancea thrives in aquariums with nutrient-rich substrates and moderate to high lighting. It performs best in tanks with CO2 supplementation, which enhances its coloration and promotes compact growth. This plant is suitable for midground placement or as a backdrop in smaller aquariums.

Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 22°C – 28°C

• pH Range: 6.0 – 7.5

• Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard (2 – 12 dGH)

• Lighting: Medium to high intensity to prevent leggy growth

Growth and Maintenance:

This plant grows moderately under the right conditions and requires regular trimming to maintain its shape and prevent overshadowing other plants. Prune older leaves to encourage fresh growth. Fertilization with liquid fertilizers and root tabs will support its nutrient needs, especially in low-tech setups.

Compatibility:

Hygrophila lancea pairs well with peaceful tank inhabitants like tetras, rasboras, and shrimp. Its hardy nature allows it to coexist with a variety of aquatic life, but it is best avoided in tanks with herbivorous fish that may nibble on its leaves.

Benefits of Tissue Culture Plants:

• Pest-free and algae-free

• Quarantine-safe

• Easy acclimation to various tank conditions

• Provides a strong start for healthy growth

Availability:

Hygrophila lancea tissue culture cups are available at Cradle Coast Pet & Aquarium. Visit or contact the store to check availability and bring this vibrant, adaptable plant to your aquarium today!

Glossostigma elatinoides (Tissue Culture)

Glossostigma elatinoides is a popular aquatic plant known for its small, vibrant green leaves and its ability to create a lush, carpet-like effect in freshwater aquariums. Ideal for aquascaping, this plant is perfect for foreground placement and offers a stunning contrast to larger plants. Tissue culture ensures a healthy, pest-free start, making it an excellent choice for aquarists.

Product Details

• Species: Glossostigma elatinoides
• Common Names: Glosso, Glossostigma
• Origin: Australasia
• Light Requirements: High
• CO2 Requirements: Recommended for optimal growth
• Growth Rate: Fast (under ideal conditions)
• Placement: Foreground
• Available Size: Tissue culture cups

Care Guidelines

Aquarium Setup:
Glossostigma elatinoides thrives in aquariums with high-intensity lighting and a nutrient-rich substrate. It requires stable CO2 levels to maintain its compact growth and vibrant green coloration. Best planted in small clusters, it quickly spreads across the substrate to form a dense carpet.

Water Parameters:

• Temperature: 20°C – 26°C
• pH Range: 5.5 – 7.5
• Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard (2 – 8 dGH)
• Lighting: High intensity to prevent vertical growth

Growth and Maintenance:
This plant has a rapid growth rate under ideal conditions. Regular trimming is necessary to maintain its low, carpet-like appearance and prevent overcrowding. Use liquid fertilizers and root tabs to provide essential nutrients, especially in tanks without nutrient-rich substrates.

Compatibility:
Glossostigma elatinoides is compatible with small, peaceful fish and invertebrates like shrimp, which can help keep the carpet clean. Avoid housing it with large herbivorous fish, such as goldfish or certain cichlids, that may uproot or consume the plant.

Benefits of Tissue Culture Plants:

• Free from pests, algae, and pathogens
• Easy to acclimate to various tank conditions
• High success rate in establishing healthy growth

Availability:
Glossostigma elatinoides tissue culture cups are available at Cradle Coast Pet & Aquarium. Visit or contact the store to check availability and bring this versatile and visually striking carpet plant to your aquarium today!