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Cardamine lyrata

Fast-growing Japanese marsh plant, trails along substrate, leaf size varies with temperature

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Common name: Japanese Cress / Water Cress

Origin: Asia

Position in Aquarium: Midground

Grows up to (cm): 40 cm

Pot Size: 5 cm

Growth rate: Fast
Description

Cardamine lyrata is a Japanese marsh plant that adapts readily to fully submerged aquarium life, growing quickly once established. Its rapid nutrient uptake makes it a popular choice during tank start-up when controlling nutrient levels is particularly important, and it remains useful throughout a tank's life as an undemanding and attractive stem plant.

The round leaves grow on trailing stems that spread along the substrate rather than growing straight upward, creating a loose, naturalistic ground-level spread. One distinctive characteristic: leaf size responds to water temperature — in cooler water the leaves grow noticeably larger, while in warmer water they become smaller and more delicate. The plant is healthy in both cases; it's simply a temperature response.

Maintain by trimming stems and replanting the cuttings in the substrate. No CO2 required, though moderate lighting supports better growth and spread.
Plant Sizes

You’ll receive a healthy, rooted plant in a pot, similar to those shown. Each one is hand-checked before dispatch.
Shipping

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Cardamine lyrata (Japanese cress) Aquafleur
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Cardamine lyrata

Product FAQs

Helpful details before you buy.

Is Cardamine lyrata easy to grow?

Yes, it is one of the easier aquarium plants to grow. It adapts well to life underwater and grows quickly, making it popular for new tank setups.

How fast does Cardamine lyrata grow?

It is a fast grower, making it useful during tank startup when rapid nutrient uptake is important. Regular trimming and replanting will keep it looking its best.

How do I maintain Cardamine lyrata?

Simply trim stems and replant the cuttings into the substrate. It will trail along the bottom naturally and can be shaped easily with regular maintenance.

Does Cardamine lyrata leaf size change?

Yes, leaf size varies with water temperature. In cooler water the leaves grow larger, while in warmer water they become noticeably smaller and more delicate.

Where does Cardamine lyrata originate from?

It originates from the marshlands of Japan but adapts very well to fully submerged aquarium life, growing quickly once established underwater.