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Tropica Gratiola viscidula 1-2-GROW!

Unusual compact Gratiola viscidula stem plant in Tropica 1-2-GROW tissue culture

Tropica

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    Quick Facts

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    Position in Aquarium: Foreground

    Growth rate: Slow

    Grows up to: 10 cm

    Pot size: 7 cm

    Origin: North America

    Description

    Gratiola viscidula is an unusual and rarely seen aquarium stem plant from North America producing small, narrow, almost succulent-looking pairs of leaves in fresh green on upright stems. Its relatively compact growth, pleasant leaf form, and relative rarity in the hobby give it appeal as a distinctive and different-looking background stem plant for planted aquarium enthusiasts who want something beyond common stem species.

    It benefits from medium to bright light and CO2 supplementation for compact, healthy growth. Without CO2 it can be grown but tends toward looser, taller growth that is less attractive and structured. A comprehensive fertilisation program and stable water conditions support consistent, healthy development over the long term.

    Supplied as a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Rinse the gel, separate stems and plant into the substrate. Suits aquariums from 40 litres upward — an unusual and distinctive North American stem plant that is fully shrimp safe and rewarding for hobbyists looking for something different.

    Plant Sizes

    The image of the plant you'll be receiving is just an example of what you can expect. Each plant is unique and may vary in size and shape, so it won't be an exact match to the photo. If we provide a size guide, keep in mind that it's just an estimate and that plants can vary in size depending on the time of year.

    WHAT TO EXPECT

    Tissue cultured plants are supplied young and grown in a sterile environment, so they arrive free from snails, algae and pesticide residue. They may look smaller on arrival, but each cup contains multiple plantlets designed to be divided and planted out, where they establish quickly with minimal melt and grow into place.

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    Product Details

    1. Grown in a laboratory

    Tissue Cultured Plants are unique in so much as they are grown in a laboratory and not a greenhouse. As a result of this, a cast iron guarantee is offered which is 100% so snails and no pesticides.

    2. How to handle them

    They're a bit different from potted plants because they're grown in an agae solution that contains nutrients and hormones to encrougage plants to grow. Some agar is liquid, others are more solid depending on what the growers prefers. Regardless once they arrive with you, acclimatise to room temperature and then rinse under luke warm tap water. Then plant up.

    3. Pot sizes

    Nearly all TC pots are 5cm in diameter and the pots will range in fullness depending on many factors such as the natural growth speed of the plant and the time the grower has held them for. Sometimes the pots are exceptionally full and sometimes not so full - something we cannot control. But either way, they're still really good value when you look at the overall plant mass.

    Product FAQs

    Helpful details before you buy.

    Is Gratiola viscidula common in the hobby?

    No. It is a relatively rare aquarium plant from North America. Its distinctive leaf form and unusual appearance give it appeal as a different-looking stem plant for collectors.

    Does it need CO2?

    CO2 is recommended for compact growth. Without it the plant tends to grow taller and looser, losing some of the neat, structured appearance it is capable of.

    Is it easy to keep?

    It is manageable with medium to bright light and ideally CO2. It is not as demanding as some exotic stem plants but benefits from good care.

    Is it safe for shrimp tanks?

    Yes. As a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture plant it arrives free from snails, algae, and pesticide residue.

    How do I propagate it?

    Trim stems and replant cuttings in the substrate. They root readily and continue the same compact growth pattern under good conditions.