Alternanthera Rosaefolia

5cm potted plant

This plant adds real contrast to your aquarium thanks to its deep red colour leaves. Preferably planted in groups, rosaefolia has a good growth rate, with it’s lance shaped leaves. Like all Alternanthera, it needs strong lighting for optimum colour and an iron rich fertiliser.

Species Profile:

Tank Placement: Middle

Average Height: 50cm

Temperature: 22-28C

Light Requirements: Bright Light

Geographic Origin: South America

Ease of Care: Average

All plants arrive potted in rockwool, please note: you have to take the plants out of the pot and plant it to guarantee proper growth and avoid rotting of the roots. Plants are natural items and can vary in size when they get delivered. All photos are examples only. The sizing further up references to fully grown plants.