Manhattan Aquariums

Alternanthera Reineckii

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Common Name: AR

Family Name: Amaranthaceae

Origin:Central/South America

Height: 4-12”

pH: 6.5-7.5

Care: Easy to Moderate

Light: Medium to High

Co2: Required 

Propagation: Cut stem and replant

Growth rate: Moderate to Fast

Remove the lead weight and sponge from the stems and plant each stem individually into your substrate

Alternanthera Reineckii is a popular choice for beginners due to the fact that its pretty easy to grow.  Most red stem plants can prove difficult to get that vibrant red color without providing high CO2 and micronutrients.  This plant can stay vibrant red with relative ease but if nutrients and lighting are severely lacking, the leaves can dull out to an orange hue.  

It prefers high nitrates and high phosphates so dosing fertilizers such as UNS Plant Food will help speed up growth and keep coloration at its best.