Cardamine lyrata 'Vietnam'

Cardamine lyrata is a marsh plant that originates from Asia.  It grows in a clover-like pattern similar to Hydrocotyle.  High light and CO2 can keep this plant low growing to create a dense bush of foliage which can have a dramatic appearance in an aquascape.  This plant looks best when planted in groups or clumps instead of individual pieces here and there.  It can also be grown floating and acts as excellent coverage for fry, shrimp or skittish fish.  

Tissue culture plants are grown in-vitro (literally: in the glass) in a nutrient-rich synthetic growing medium, either liquid or gel, without the presence of any other lifeforms. This guarantees a pest and disease-free specimen, while also providing accuracy throughout the trade.

Tissue culture plants should be removed from the cup as soon as possible. All plants grow on some sort of synthetic growing medium, ranging anywhere from liquid to jelly to firm gel. This should be removed and rinsed off. Gently massage the roots between your fingers until the gel dissolves away. Most plants can be broken up into smaller pieces and spread out in your aquarium. Smaller pieces are easier to plant.