• Lobelia cardinalis wavy
  • Lobelia cardinalis wavy
  • Lobelia cardinalis wavy
  • Lobelia cardinalis wavy
  • Lobelia cardinalis wavy
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Lobelia cardinalis wavy

Wavy-edged two-toned leaves on a distinctive Lobelia cardinalis midground plant

£7.99
£7.99
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Quick Facts

Common name:

Origin: North America

Position in Aquarium: Foreground

Grows up to (cm): 20 cm

Pot Size: 5 cm

Growth rate: Medium pace
Description

Lobelia cardinalis Wavy is a distinctive form of Lobelia cardinalis with characteristically wavy or undulate leaf margins that add an extra dimension of texture to the two-toned appearance the species is known for. The green upper surfaces and purple-red undersides are retained, while the wavy leaf edges catch light from different angles and create a more dynamic visual effect.

Medium light and CO2 supplementation produce the most compact, well-coloured growth. A nutritious substrate and regular liquid fertilisation support healthy development. Without CO2 it can still be grown in a well-lit set-up but may grow with a less pronounced wavy leaf form and more elongated habit.

Supplied as an established potted plant, Lobelia cardinalis Wavy suits aquariums from 50 litres upward in the midground. Its distinctive wavy leaf margins add an extra level of textural interest compared to the standard form and make it a popular choice for hobbyists who want something slightly different within the Lobelia genus.
Plant Sizes

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

Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 4pm, Monday to Friday. Tracked 24 Service from £4.99, DPD Express from £6.99.
Lobelia cardinalis wavy
Lobelia cardinalis wavy
Lobelia cardinalis wavy
Lobelia cardinalis wavy

Customers praised this aquarium plant as "beautiful" and "lovely" with excellent leaf coloration. Shoppers said it's ideal for tank foregrounds and looks great around rocks. Plants arrived well-packaged in excellent condition and established quickly. Most customers noted strong growth, though one mentioned slower growth. Fair pricing and prompt delivery were highlighted.

  • A beautiful little plant, ideally suited for the foreground of the tank.
  • Lovely plants with good colouration in the leaves.
  • Great strong plants, established quickly, came in excellent packaging.
  • 5 stars: 10 (83%)
  • 4 stars: 2 (17%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
K
Kate (Belfast, GB)
Nice leafy plant

Nice leafed plant put it in the front of my aquarium, doing nicely,got it delivered quickly, fair price, well packed would recommend

J
Jack

Got two big plants out of it

A
Andy T.
Review

Nice little plant. looks great with a few small stones around it. Wife loves it so too!

A
Alan I.
Review

all the plants you will need

S
Stephen G.
Review

A beautiful little plant, ideally suited for the foreground of the tank. They look good, close together in small groups, particularly around rocks. As ever from Aqua Essentials, these plants came very well protected and in excellent condition.

A
Amirul H.
Review

It arrived in great condition. Almost 3 weeks now and the plant has started growing new leaves.

S
Stephen G.
Review

These really are lovely plants. I have several mainly at the front of the tank, and they all appear to be thriving well. They are a nice compact size with good colouration in the leaves.

K
Kevin H.
Review

great plants will use again

A
Agostinho U.
Review

Looks very nice in the tank

K
Keith B.
Review

Great strong plants was able to split take extra growing very well established quickly came prompt in in excellent and packaging would recommend aquaessentials for your plants 5 out if 5 keith

C
Catherine B.
Review

Great little plant. As usual supplied in great condition.

F
Fortunata C.
Review

Not grow fast, but is nice look

Product FAQs

Helpful details before you buy.

What makes the Wavy form different from standard Lobelia cardinalis?

The leaf margins are distinctly wavy or undulate, adding extra texture and a slightly different visual character while retaining the same two-toned green/purple colouration.

Does it need CO2?

CO2 is recommended for compact growth and the most pronounced leaf waviness. Without it the plant grows more loosely.

Does it have the same purple undersides?

Yes. The classic two-toned appearance with green upper surfaces and purple-red undersides is retained in the Wavy form.

How large does it grow?

It typically reaches 10–20 cm, similar to the standard form, making it suitable for the midground of most planted aquariums.

Is it easy to care for?

Care requirements are the same as standard Lobelia cardinalis — medium light, ideally CO2, and a nutritious substrate for best results.

  • Lobelia cardinalis wavy
  • Lobelia cardinalis wavy
  • Lobelia cardinalis wavy
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Lobelia cardinalis wavy

Wavy-edged two-toned leaves on a distinctive Lobelia cardinalis midground plant

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Average care Medium light CO2 recommended Midground plant
£7.99
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About this plant

Lobelia cardinalis Wavy is a distinctive form of Lobelia cardinalis with characteristically wavy or undulate leaf margins that add an extra dimension of texture to the two-toned appearance the species is known for. The green upper surfaces and purple-red undersides are retained, while the wavy leaf edges catch light from different angles and create a more dynamic visual effect.

Medium light and CO2 supplementation produce the most compact, well-coloured growth. A nutritious substrate and regular liquid fertilisation support healthy development. Without CO2 it can still be grown in a well-lit set-up but may grow with a less pronounced wavy leaf form and more elongated habit.

Supplied as an established potted plant, Lobelia cardinalis Wavy suits aquariums from 50 litres upward in the midground. Its distinctive wavy leaf margins add an extra level of textural interest compared to the standard form and make it a popular choice for hobbyists who want something slightly different within the Lobelia genus.

Preparing a potted plant

Gently remove the pot and growing wool, then follow the planting advice for this species.

Potted plant care guide
Delivery & live plant guarantee

Orders placed before 4pm Monday–Friday normally dispatch the same working day. Special-order items leave once all items are available.

Delivery options and charges · Returns and guarantees · Help with plants that arrived damaged

Customers praised this aquarium plant as "beautiful" and "lovely" with excellent leaf coloration. Shoppers said it's ideal for tank foregrounds and looks great around rocks. Plants arrived well-packaged in excellent condition and established quickly. Most customers noted strong growth, though one mentioned slower growth. Fair pricing and prompt delivery were highlighted.

  • A beautiful little plant, ideally suited for the foreground of the tank.
  • Lovely plants with good colouration in the leaves.
  • Great strong plants, established quickly, came in excellent packaging.
  • 5 stars: 10 (83%)
  • 4 stars: 2 (17%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
K
Kate (Belfast, GB)
Nice leafy plant

Nice leafed plant put it in the front of my aquarium, doing nicely,got it delivered quickly, fair price, well packed would recommend

J
Jack

Got two big plants out of it

A
Andy T.
Review

Nice little plant. looks great with a few small stones around it. Wife loves it so too!

A
Alan I.
Review

all the plants you will need

S
Stephen G.
Review

A beautiful little plant, ideally suited for the foreground of the tank. They look good, close together in small groups, particularly around rocks. As ever from Aqua Essentials, these plants came very well protected and in excellent condition.

A
Amirul H.
Review

It arrived in great condition. Almost 3 weeks now and the plant has started growing new leaves.

S
Stephen G.
Review

These really are lovely plants. I have several mainly at the front of the tank, and they all appear to be thriving well. They are a nice compact size with good colouration in the leaves.

K
Kevin H.
Review

great plants will use again

A
Agostinho U.
Review

Looks very nice in the tank

K
Keith B.
Review

Great strong plants was able to split take extra growing very well established quickly came prompt in in excellent and packaging would recommend aquaessentials for your plants 5 out if 5 keith

C
Catherine B.
Review

Great little plant. As usual supplied in great condition.

F
Fortunata C.
Review

Not grow fast, but is nice look

Product FAQs

What makes the Wavy form different from standard Lobelia cardinalis?

The leaf margins are distinctly wavy or undulate, adding extra texture and a slightly different visual character while retaining the same two-toned green/purple colouration.

Does it need CO2?

CO2 is recommended for compact growth and the most pronounced leaf waviness. Without it the plant grows more loosely.

Does it have the same purple undersides?

Yes. The classic two-toned appearance with green upper surfaces and purple-red undersides is retained in the Wavy form.

How large does it grow?

It typically reaches 10–20 cm, similar to the standard form, making it suitable for the midground of most planted aquariums.

Is it easy to care for?

Care requirements are the same as standard Lobelia cardinalis — medium light, ideally CO2, and a nutritious substrate for best results.