Anonymous
Mar 30, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great value
For the price, you get a decent amount of biomass. Make sure to separate the clumps gently before planting to encourage faster spreading.
Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Pet Supplies & Food |
| Origin | - |
| Plant Type | Hydrocotyle tripartita (Japan) |
| Growth Habit | Carpeting Foreground |
| Light Requirement | Medium to High |
| CO2 Requirement | Recommended for dense growth |
| Temperature Range | 68°F - 82°F (20°C - 28°C) |
| pH Range | 6.0 - 7.5 |
| Packaging | Sterile Gel Cup |
| Difficulty Level | Intermediate |
| Max Height | 1 - 2 inches (2 - 5 cm) |
| Origin | Tissue Cultured in Laboratory |
Anonymous
Mar 30, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great value
For the price, you get a decent amount of biomass. Make sure to separate the clumps gently before planting to encourage faster spreading.
Anonymous
Mar 22, 2026
Rating: 3/5
Melted initially
About half the plant melted after planting, which is normal for transition, but I was worried. The remaining half grew out beautifully though.
Anonymous
Mar 17, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for nano tanks
These plants arrived in perfect condition. The gel was clear and the plants looked vibrant immediately after rinsing. They started spreading within two weeks in my 5-gallon tank.
Anonymous
Mar 12, 2026
Rating: 5/5
No snails or algae!
Best part about tissue cultured plants is the lack of pests. I didn't have to quarantine these at all. Planted them straight into my display tank.
Anonymous
Mar 11, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Excellent coverage
I bought three cups for my 20-gallon long. Within a month, they covered the entire foreground. The tiny leaves look very natural.
Anonymous
Mar 06, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good quality but needs patience
The cup was sterile as advertised. Growth is a bit slow without CO2 injection, but once established, it forms a nice carpet. Just give it time.
Q: Do I need to remove the gel before planting?
A: Yes, please rinse the roots thoroughly under dechlorinated water to remove all agar gel before planting to prevent rotting.
Q: How many cups do I need for a 10-gallon tank?
A: For a 10-gallon tank, we recommend 2 to 3 cups to achieve full foreground coverage within a reasonable timeframe.
Q: Does this require substrate fertilizer?
A: While it can absorb nutrients from the water column, rooting it in a nutrient-rich substrate or using root tabs will significantly improve growth rate.
Q: Will this grow in low light conditions?
A: It can survive in low light, but it will grow very slowly and may not carpet effectively. Medium to high light is recommended for best results.
Q: Is this safe for shrimp tanks?
A: Absolutely. Since these are tissue-cultured in a sterile environment, they are free from pesticides and safe for sensitive shrimp species.