Lobelia cardinalis Mini in cup - Tropica

Sometimes plants surprise, deviating suddenly from the way they grow normally. It is a mutation and the Lobelia cardinalis 'Mini' is a good example. The Lobelia cardinalis 'Mini' originated from the general production of Lobelia cardinalis. It is characterized by its beautiful light green leaves, closer to the original Lobelia, and then it is also significantly smaller, from which the addition “Mini” to the name of the plant.

The growth is low and dense, as the plant branches willingly, even without a pinch. In addition, the mini version rarely forms the long vertical shoots that otherwise characterize the Lobelia cardinalis.

It is easily propagable by planting the sprouts cut into the lower layer. The Lobelia cardinalis 'Mini' becomes more compact in good light conditions and with the addition of CO2, but it thrives well even without.