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Hydrocotyle Tripartita In Vitro – Tissue Culture Foreground Aquarium Plant for Planted Tanks
 
Hydrocotyle tripartita In Vitro is a sterile, lab-grown aquarium plant ideal for creating vibrant green carpets in aquascapes. Free from pests, algae, and contaminants, it’s perfect for shrimp tanks and high-end layouts. With moderate to high lighting and CO2, it quickly forms a dense, textured foreground.
 
KEY BENEFITS
100% pest-free and algae-free tissue culture plant
Safe for shrimp tanks and sensitive setups
Fast-spreading growth ideal for carpeting
Bright green clover-shaped leaves create strong visual texture
Grown in sterile conditions for optimal health
Multiple plant portions per pot for wider coverage
 
IDEAL FOR
High-end aquascapes and competition layouts
Shrimp tanks and sensitive ecosystems
Nano tanks and detailed foreground layouts
Nature-style and Iwagumi aquascapes
Aquascapers wanting clean, controlled planting from the start
 
CARE SNAPSHOT
Difficulty: Moderate
Lighting: Medium to high
CO2: Recommended
Growth: Fast
Placement: Foreground
 
Hydrocotyle tripartita In Vitro offers all the benefits of this popular carpeting plant in a clean, contaminant-free format. Grown in a sterile laboratory environment, each pot contains multiple small plantlets ready to be divided and planted across the foreground.
Its distinctive clover-like leaves and creeping growth habit allow it to spread quickly, forming a dense, vibrant green carpet under the right conditions. When provided with strong lighting and CO2, it grows low and compact, making it ideal for detailed aquascaping layouts.
In aquascapes, it is commonly used to create lush foreground coverage or to soften transitions between hardscape and midground plants. Its bright green colour contrasts beautifully with darker plants and stones, adding depth and visual balance.
What makes the In Vitro version unique is its purity and flexibility. You receive more planting material per pot, with zero risk of introducing pests, algae, or unwanted hitchhikers into your aquarium. This makes it especially valuable for shrimp keepers and carefully controlled aquascapes.
 
SPECIFICATIONS
Scientific name: Hydrocotyle tripartita
Common name: Hydrocotyle Japan / Clover Plant
Origin: Japan
Height: 2–5 cm
Placement: Foreground
Lighting: Medium to high
CO2: Recommended
Temperature: 20–28°C
pH: 6.0–7.5
 
CARE GUIDE
Planting
Remove the plant from the pot and rinse off the nutrient gel thoroughly. Divide into small portions and plant each section a few centimetres apart using tweezers. This encourages even, carpet-like growth.
Trimming
Trim runners regularly to maintain a compact carpet and prevent vertical growth. Frequent trimming promotes denser coverage.
Feeding
Use a nutrient-rich aquasoil for best results. Supplement with liquid fertilisers to maintain vibrant green colour and healthy growth.
CO2 Notes
CO2 injection is highly recommended. It significantly improves growth speed, density, and overall carpet formation.
 
FAQ SECTION
What does “In Vitro” mean?
It means the plant is grown in a sterile lab environment, free from pests, algae, and contaminants.
Do I need to clean it before planting?
Yes, rinse off all gel thoroughly before dividing and planting.
How much does one pot cover?
One pot can be divided into multiple portions, typically enough to cover a small foreground area depending on spacing.
Is it better than potted plants?
For shrimp tanks and clean setups, yes. It eliminates the risk of introducing pests or algae.
Does it grow differently from potted versions?
Once established, growth is the same. Initial transition may take slightly longer as it adapts.
Can I use it without CO2?
Yes, but growth will be slower and less compact.
 
PAIRS WELL WITH
Aquasoil substrates for optimal rooting and spread
Pressurised CO2 systems for dense carpeting
Liquid fertilisers for sustained growth
Foreground plants like Monte Carlo for variation
Midground plants such as Pogostemon Helferi
Natural stone for Iwagumi layouts