Victoria is not easy to grow, especially from seed to juvenile plant. In order to have any success AT ALL you will need the following:

Water that is 85F (29C) or higher for starting seeds and growing seedlings

Nicking of seeds of certain varieties

Water exchanges of 25% twice a week or a small flow through the aquarium or tank

Good light and good air circulation

Pots or cups with holes in the bottom

A bland planting medium, preferably plain sand, with a small amount of peat in the bottom of the pots

A nutrient package given weakly weekly, preferably the Cocktail

Please read the entire Cultivation Guide if you want to grow Victoria successfully.

April 2004 Update - Reports from growers following this program exactly report live, healthy plants. Growers NOT following the program exactly report dead or dying plants.