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Alternanthera Reineckii 'Purple' – Purple Stem Plant for Freshwater Aquariums
Alternanthera Reineckii 'Purple' is a vibrant stem plant from South America, named after its deep violet underside. The top side of the leaves ranges from wine red to deep crimson, offering an intense visual impact in planted aquariums. With proper lighting, the plant develops compact growth with closely spaced leaves.
Its slow growth rate makes it ideal for midground placement, though it can also serve as a background plant with regular trimming to prevent shading of other plants. For optimal cultivation, it requires nutrient-rich substrate, intense lighting, and consistent CO₂ supplementation.
This striking variety is propagated by tip cuttings or lateral shoots and responds well to pruning, which encourages bushier growth.
Key Features:
Purple underside and dark red leaf tops
Compact, slow-growing stem plant
Height up to 50 cm
Requires high light, CO₂, and nutrient-rich substrate
Suitable for midground or background
Propagation via cuttings or side shoots
Why choose Alternanthera Reineckii 'Purple':
Ideal for aquascapers seeking strong color contrast, this plant brings depth and vivid coloration to any aquascape. Its elegant purple-red hues make it a standout feature in natural or Dutch-style layouts.
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