Tissue culture aquarium plants are aquatic plants grown in sterile, closed laboratories to ensure they are free of pests, algae, and pesticides. They are grown in nutrient-rich jelly called agar, which is different for each plant variety, and sealed in a sterile container. The plants don’t need water to grow while in the container, as long as they have light.
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Alternanthera reineckii – Tissue culture
Original price was: ₹250.00.₹150.00Current price is: ₹150.00.In stock
Overview: A pretty aquatic plant, Alternanthera reineckii' Mini' stuns aquarists due to its red-colored leaves and tiny growth. So, if you have a small tank and want some colored plants to add contrast, Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini' is the right choice. At the same time, it is an easy-to-maintain plant; therefore, even novice aquarists can try it. Popularly known as AR Mini and Mini Alternanthera, this plant is native to South America. Its scientific name is Alternanthera rosaefolia reineckii minor. Due to its slow growth and small height (it doesn't grow more than 8 inches), it can be used as a foreground or midground plant. Also, it's a great variant of Alternanthera to try for aquascaping. Advantages: The tissue culture variant of Alternanthera reineckii' Mini' is developed in in-vitro condition, making it free from pests and other microorganisms that can create havoc in an already established tank. Therefore, having a tissue culture variant of Alternanthera reineckii' Mini' is the right choice for all experts as well as beginners. Care: Alternanthera reineckii' Mini' comes under low-difficulty aquatic plants. What makes it special is the red-colored leaves that give stunning contrast to an otherwise lush-green tank. Since it's a slow grower, there are no special requirements other than maintaining water conditions under optimum range. However, once it gets big, trim it to maintain it bushy and ensure that light is reaching the lower leaves as well. Light requirements: Alternanthera reineckii' Mini' requires moderate to high lighting levels to develop its pretty red foliage. pH requirement: The optimal pH can range between 5 and 7. Other requirements: Alternanthera reineckii' Mini' is a slow grower with little demand. Even though not necessary, carbon dioxide supplementation will hasten the growth. Likewise, good lighting will facilitate nice foliage color- red, pinkish, and orange. Keep the water parameters within the range to get the best results. -
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Rotala Hi Red Tissue Culture
Original price was: ₹250.00.₹150.00Current price is: ₹150.00.In stock
Overview: A beautiful creeping aquatic plant, Rotala "Hi Red", is loved by aquarists. It is originated in South East Asia. The soft stems and the creeping lumps that they form give an exotic look to the aquarium. Rotala is one of those aquarium plants that you can easily spot in most of the tanks. Since they are low demanding and easy to maintain, people often prefer to grow Rotala and increase the beauty of their aquariums. Although there are different variants of Rotala, this one is red in colour, making it unique and special. If you want to play with colours in your tank and bring some aquascaping by introducing some colourful plants, Rotala "Hi Red" is the best choice. With the right water parameters, the plant exhibits its original red colour. Advantages: There are multiple benefits of having a tissue cultured variant of Rotala "Hi Red" as the risk of pest infestation becomes negligible. Many times plants brought from pet stores bring pests with them that can hamper the growth of other plants as well. It is the reason why choosing tissue cultured Rotala "Hi Red" will ensure better results over normal Rotala plants. Once you buy the tissue cultured plant, make sure to maintain water parameters within the prescribed range for its best growth. Bunnycart is the best place to buy tissue cultured Rotala "Hi Red" plant. Light and other requirements: Rotala "Hi Red" requires specific water parameters to show its true colour. It requires high light intensity and a high level of carbon dioxide for the best growth. Rotala "Hi Red" is a fast-growing creeping perennial aquatic plant that can be used as a mid-ground or background plant. To encourage colouration, a well-lit condition and no shading is the best. High phosphate levels, lean nitrate levels and heavy micronutrients dosing will ensure bringing out intense colour. You can make things exciting by varying these water parameters and getting various shades from pink to yellow. pH Requirements: The plant can thrive well under the pH requirements ranging between 5.5-7.5. How to Use: Rotala "Hi Red" is a red creeping perennial whose soft branches from low creeping lumps and increase the beauty of the tank. The stems are 2 cm wide. You can use it as a mid-ground or background plant. It is a fast-growing, high demanding plant so keep in mind to provide all the requirements in the right range. As far as propagation is concerned, prune the plant by snipping off the stem and replanting it into the soil. You can also prune by discarding the rooted portion and planting the top portions into the substrate. Care: Remove the tissue culture gel from the plant before introducing it to the tank. Clean it thoroughly with water and remove the gel with a soft brush or your hands. The gel may bring slight changes in the water parameters. Therefore, make sure it is completely removed from the plant before burying in the substrate. -
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Dwarf Hairgrass Tissue Culture
Original price was: ₹250.00.₹150.00Current price is: ₹150.00.In stock
Overview: Dwarf Hairgrass, aka Eleocharis acicularis, is a freshwater plant and belongs to the Cyperaceae family. Native to North America and Europe, the plant has a widespread growth stretching from Asia to South America. The plant prefers shallow water where there is abundant light. Due to the stunted growth, Dwarf Hairgrass is used as a carpet to increase the aesthetic of the tank. It coats the bottom of the tank and gives a luscious green appearance. The most interesting thing is the fast-growing pattern of the plant that multiplies quickly and spread. The carpet-like growth also provides shelter to a number of bottom-dwelling fish. Dwarf Hairgrass is undemanding and easy to maintain plant; therefore, it is perfect for the beginners. Advantages: The tissue cultured plant of Dwarf Hairgrass is free from pest infestation. The water and the life of the tank remain unadulterated. None of the water parameters show fluctuations. It ensures that other fish and aquatic plants will survive without any hustle. Introduction of tissue cultured Dwarf Hairgrass makes sure that you are providing a safe and risk-free environment to the aquatic life. Care: Make sure you have removed the entire tissue culture gel from the plant before introducing it to the tank. Either clean the gel with the help of water thoroughly or remove it from the hands. Dwarf hair grass, being an undemanding plant, can thrive well without any special care. Keep the desired density of the plants by regular trimming. Light Requirements: Dwarf Hairgrass requires an apt amount of light for proper growth and development. Other than light, a reasonable amount of nutrients and carbon dioxide will also act as a catalyst in the growth. With the right light requirements, it shows a fast growth pattern. pH Requirements: The plant can thrive well under the pH requirements ranging between 5.5-8.0. Other Requirements: Although the basic requirement of the plant is medium-light, with the right dose of nutrients like potassium and calcium, it shows a lush growth. Moreover, the pH and temperature should also not exceed the set limit. Propagation: Dwarf hairgrass produce runners that can be used for propagation. Generally, these runners deploy though the substrate and thereby accelerate the growth and spread of the plant. Snip off a piece of runner, group some of them together, and bury them partially in the substrate. The new branches evolve gradually. -
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Eleocharis montevidensis Tissue Culture
Original price was: ₹250.00.₹150.00Current price is: ₹150.00.In stock
Overview: Eleocharis montevidensis is an amazing green grass stolon aquatic plant suitable for aquariums. It is also popular with names like Giant Hairgrass and Sand Spikerush. Being a low-maintenance plant, it is beginner friendly and is not very demanding. It grows densely, where the height of different straws may grow up to 20- 40 cm; therefore, using it as a background plant is the right choice. Regarding thickness, it is only a few millimeters thick, growing openly. Due to its varied height and flashy green color, it is perfect for creating an attractive aquascape with different depths and hues. Since Eleocharis grows through runners, regular trimming is an essentiality. Advantages: Tissue culture aquarium plants are superior in quality compared to normal plants as they are developed in-vitro conditions. They are devoid of pests and infestations that can harm an already-established tank. Adding the tissue cultures version of Eleocharis montevidensis is safe and risk-free. Care: Eleocharis is a hardy plant, so it will survive unless you have provided it with nutrient-rich water. It will thrive well under the temperature range of 15 to 22 degrees Celsius. Under the right water parameters, this plant will flourish and may grow to a very impressive height, reaching the water's surface. Since it is a tall grass plant, it is suitable for medium to large aquariums. There is no need to supplement extra carbon dioxide to Eleocharis; however, providing it will hasten its growth, and you may see the grass getting taller than expected in a shorter time. Light requirements: Eleocharis requires moderate light conditions to develop flashy green color leaves. pH requirement: It can range between 6 and 9. Other requirements: Eleocharis generally do not need any specific requirements as it is undemanding, but including nutrients and basic fertilizers will aid in its growth. Carbon dioxide supplementation will hasten the growth, making the plant attain good height and structure with bright green colors. With proper water conditions, Eleocharis will cover larger areas and provide enough hiding places. Make sure to avoid extreme water parameters. -
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Cryptocoryne walkeri Tissue culture
Original price was: ₹250.00.₹150.00Current price is: ₹150.00.In stock
Overview: Commonly known as Crypt Walkeri, this tissue cultured plant is an ideal one for the aquariums of different size. It is originated in Sri Lanka and belongs to family Araceae. Cryptocoryne is a common crypt which is perfect for the beginners as well as experts. The tissue cultures form of the plant has its own advantages, making the ambiance of the tank hygienic and suitable for every creature. Being a low demanding plant that can thrive well in diverse water conditions, it can be one of your choices for the tank. The plant can grow well in both submerged and fully immersed conditions. When fully immersed, it produces flowers above the water. Crypt. Walker attains a maximum height of 4-6”. Advantages: Grown and maintained in in-vitro conditions, the tissue culture plants ensure zero infestation of pests in the aquarium. None of the plants or aquatic creatures in the tank will experience any harmful effect while introducing a new plant if it is tissue cultured. Care: It is essential that you remove the tissue culture gel thoroughly before introducing the plant in the tank. Either wash the gel away with clean water or remove it by the hands. Later, proper maintenance and regular trimming are also important to keep the foliage dense and within the desired height. Do not let the plant grow beyond 5” to give the best appearance in the tank. Light requirements: Crypt. walkeri is a low maintenance plant which can thrive well under low to moderate light conditions. Although there is no need for carbon dioxide, if you can supply, it will enhance the plant’s growth. Crypt. is seen to have robust and more proliferated growth when CO2 is supplied. pH requirements: The plant can thrive well under the pH requirements ranging between 5.5-8.0. Other requirements: Other than carbon dioxide, some major requirements of the plant for growing well in the tank environment are high levels of calcium, phosphate, iron, and nitrate. Propagation: Cryptocoryne walkeri propagates through the runner. You can simply cut and replant it in the substrate for having it in the tank. If you want more coverage, plant the cuttings at the distance of one inch. Moreover, you can also go for the trumpets that have roots in them, exposed to the nutrients. -
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Samolus parviflorus ‘Red’ Tissue Culture
Original price was: ₹250.00.₹150.00Current price is: ₹150.00.In stock
Samolus parviflorus red is a stem plant that that stays short and red under high light circumstances, delivering red leaves in a tight pack that nearly appear to grow from a middle rosette. It produces taller shoots when packed or under lacking lighting. More grounded lighting additionally prompts redder hue in this species, while developing it in more moderate lighting produces orange tones. More extravagant dosing, or having a rich substrate produces rounder, more full leaves. The plant is very hard, it develops with more full leaves with better shading with CO2 infusion. It has moderate development rates contrasted with other aquarium plants and hence is effectively overseen as less incessant pruning is required. -
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Cryptocoryne wendtii Green Tissue Culture
Original price was: ₹250.00.₹150.00Current price is: ₹150.00.In stock
Overview: Cryptocoryne wendtii is one of the popular aquarium plants, available in different colors like green, pink, red, and brown. Native to Sri Lanka, it soon established itself in the aquarium industry due to its easy growth habit. With broad green leaves, the plant looks great and increases the overall look of the tank. Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Green' can grow in shaded areas as it prefers low-light conditions. In Sri Lanka, it can be seen growing in streams and rivers. Since it is easy to grow and doesn't have peculiar water requirements, it is suitable for both experienced and beginner aquarists. Moreover, it is easy to aquascape and create amazing displays with the help of Cryptocoryne wendtii. Appearance: Even though there are several color variations in Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Green,' the green color is more abundantly found. The beautiful lush green leaves make the plant alluring. The size of the leaves ranges from 8 to 15 cm wide, and the plant can reach up to 10 to 30 cm under preferable conditions. Depending upon the circumstances, you may see leaves with varying colors, textures, and sizes. Hard/Soft Plant: Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Green' is an extraordinarily hardy plant that can flourish in varied water parameters. Ideal water temperature: A temperature range from 20 to 28 degrees Celsius is considered suitable for its growth. For the best results, it is recommended to maintain 25 degree Celsius in the tank. Lighting conditions: Low lighting is good for its growth and development. It prefers to grow in shaded areas in the wild. Ideal pH level: Cryptocoryne Wendtii is best suited to neutral water of 6.8 to 7.2. Propagation: Propagating Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Green' is simple. All you need is to remove a small portion of the root with some stem attached to it and plant it in the substrate. Gradually, it turns into a new plant. Other requirements: Since it is an undemanding aquarium plant, there are no other requirements. It can grow well without added carbon dioxide. However, CO2 injection will only benefit it. Do you know: You can use Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Green' for aquascaping as they tend to stay relatively small. Using it as a foreground or midground plant is the right decision. Before introducing Cryptocoryne wendtii 'Green' - Tissue Culture Aquarium Plant to the tank, clean the plant to get rid of the tissue culture gel. It can be removed by cleaning the plant with water by simply removing the gel with hands. Plant them a few centimeters apart and keep trimming once they start spreading for the best results.