Plants in family amaranthaceae
Alternanthera reineckii 'Rosaefolia'
Alternanthera reineckii 'Rosaefolia' is a vibrant red aquatic plant often used in Dutch-style aquariums. It requires medium to high light and CO2 injection for optimal growth and can be grown emersed or submerged. This plant provides excellent coverage for sensitive species and is relatively easy for beginners to maintain.
Alternanthera reineckii 'Rosanervig'
Alternanthera reineckii 'Rosanervig' is an aquarium plant known for its vivid pink leaves with lightly colored veins. It thrives under good aquarium lighting and consistent fertilization, making it a striking background choice in smaller aquariums or a midground option in larger tanks. This plant is relatively easy for beginners and provides excellent coverage for sensitive species. It requires CO2 injection and quality aquarium soil for optimal growth, and its softer stem makes it sensitive to drastic changes in the aquarium environment.
Alternanthera reineckii 'Bronze'
Alternanthera reineckii 'Bronze' is a vibrant red aquarium plant that provides excellent coverage for sensitive fauna. It prefers high nitrates and phosphates, with a height of 4-12 inches, and requires medium to high light.
Alternanthera bettzickiana 'Green'
Alternanthera bettzickiana 'Green' is a bushy aquatic plant with deep green, glossy leaves that are soft and textured. It thrives in nutrient-rich substrates with high nitrates and phosphates, making it ideal for Dutch-style aquascapes.
Ptilotus exaltatus
Ptilotus exaltatus is an ornamental plant native to the arid deserts of Australia, known for its bottlebrush-shaped flowers with silver pink and neon pink plumes. It is a short-lived perennial in some regions and belongs to the Amaranthaceae family.
Alternanthera 'Rosanervig'
Alternanthera 'Rosanervig' is an aquatic plant with bright green leaves accented by pink veins, which can develop into shades of pink, red, and magenta. It thrives under moderate to high lighting and benefits from CO2 and nutrient supplementation. This plant prefers a pH of 6.0-7.5 and soft to moderately hard water, making it a vibrant addition to aquariums.
Alternanthera reineckii 'Green'
Alternanthera reineckii 'Green' is an aquatic plant with bright red stems and soft green leaves tinged with pink. It requires medium to high light and CO2 for optimal growth, making it suitable for aquariums. This plant can be grown emersed or submerged and provides excellent coverage for sensitive aquatic fauna. It is easy to propagate by cutting and replanting stems.
Beta vulgaris 'Bright Lights'
Beta vulgaris 'Bright Lights' is a colorful variety of Swiss chard with mixed colored stems in red, white, yellow, gold, orange, pink, and candy-striped hues. It has green and bronze leaves and is easy to grow, providing multiple crops each year. This plant is versatile, used both cooked and in salads, and grows best in full sun, tolerating light shade.
Alternanthera 'Pink Sunset'
Alternanthera 'Pink Sunset' is a striking aquatic plant known for its vibrant pink and magenta hues. This new mutation of Alternanthera Reineckii features thinner stems and narrower leaves, making it a unique addition to any aquascape. It requires a nutrient-rich environment and adequate lighting to thrive, with a medium growth rate. Easy to propagate, it is suitable for various aquascape styles and can grow emerged, adding a splash of color to both underwater and above-water settings.
Alternanthera reineckii 'Ocipus'
This rare aquarium stem plant is known for its vibrant colors, including pink, purple, and magenta. It can be grown submerged or emersed and thrives with a high-quality substrate and moderate lighting. CO2 injection is recommended for optimal growth. It reaches a height of 4-12 inches and has a moderate to fast growth rate, making it suitable for aquarists with easy to moderate care experience.
Alternanthera ficoidea 'Variegatus'
Alternanthera ficoidea 'Variegatus' is a vibrant plant with ruffled, bright green leaves that turn variegated pink to reddish-brown. It requires medium to high light and CO2 injection for optimal growth, making it a popular choice for aquariums. Regular trimming helps maintain its compact and healthy form, adding a splash of color to aquatic environments.
Alternanthera reineckii 'Rosanervig Mini'
Alternanthera reineckii 'Rosanervig Mini' is an aquatic plant with pink and red leaves featuring variegated veins. It has a compact growth habit and thrives under high lighting conditions in nutrient-rich environments, making it ideal for aquascapes.
Alternanthera ramosissima
This upright tropical shrub features lance-shaped leaves with hot pink, purple, and fuchsia blotches. It provides color in summer gardens and loves heat and sun, growing 18 to 24 inches tall. The plant belongs to the Amaranthaceae family and is suitable for decorative purposes.
Alternanthera ramosissima 'Brazilian Red Hots'
Alternanthera ramosissima 'Brazilian Red Hots' is a vibrant tropical shrub known for its striking lance-shaped leaves adorned with hot pink, purple, and fuchsia blotches. This plant thrives in heat and sun, making it a colorful addition to summer gardens. It typically grows to a height of 18 to 24 inches and belongs to the Amaranthaceae family.