Plants in genus alternanthera
Alternanthera 'Red Broad Leaf'
Alternanthera 'Red Broad Leaf' is a beginner-friendly plant with red stems and greenish-yellow hues. It thrives in high nitrates and phosphates and is suitable for terrariums, vivariums, or bogs.
Alternanthera reineckii
Alternanthera reineckii, known as water hedge, is an ornamental plant popular in aquariums. Native to South America, it thrives in submerged and semi-aquatic habitats. This plant can grow up to 12 inches tall and maintains a vibrant red color with ease, providing excellent coverage for sensitive aquatic fauna.
Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini'
Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini' is a dwarf variant used in Dutch aquascapes for its bright red colors. It requires medium to high light and CO2 addition for optimum growth, reaching up to 8 inches tall. This plant can be grown emersed or submerged and provides coverage for sensitive species in aquariums.
Alternanthera ficoidea
Alternanthera ficoidea, also known as Joseph's coat or Parrot leaf, is native to the Caribbean and South America. It is known for its vibrant foliage and is considered invasive in some regions. This plant propagates via seeds and is popular for its colorful appearance.
Alternanthera bettzickiana
Alternanthera bettzickiana is an ornamental edging plant native to South America, known for its variegated leaves and branched stems. It flowers at the end of summer with white tepals and is naturalized in southeastern Queensland, Australia.
Alternanthera reineckii 'Super Magenta'
Alternanthera reineckii 'Super Magenta' is an aquatic plant with vibrant magenta leaves and a compact, bushy growth. It requires moderate to high lighting and benefits from CO2 supplementation.
Alternanthera ficoidea 'Snowball'
Alternanthera ficoidea 'Snowball' is a striking form of Joseph's Coat with tiny leaves that transition from dark green to solid white. It grows 12 to 15 inches tall and prefers sun, except in extremely hot areas. This plant thrives in temperatures between 45 to 95°F and requires the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Alternanthera bettzickiana 'Red'
Alternanthera bettzickiana 'Red' is a vibrant plant known for its striking red color, which intensifies under strong light. It is easy to grow and suitable for terrariums, vivariums, and aquariums. This plant prefers high nitrates and phosphates and thrives in high humidity and wet soil. Its colorful foliage and adaptability make it a popular choice for both aquatic and terrestrial environments.
Alternanthera reineckii 'Lilacina'
Alternanthera reineckii 'Lilacina' is a popular aquatic plant known for its light pink and red upper leaves with violet purple underleaf. It is easily propagated by trimming and replanting, making it a favorite in Dutch-style aquascapes. This plant does not require high light or CO2, making it accessible for hobbyists. It has a medium growth rate and thrives in nutrient-rich substrates, adding vibrant color to aquariums.
Alternanthera 'Party Time'
Alternanthera 'Party Time' is known for its vibrant pink variegation and thrives in bright, indirect light. It requires watering when the top 2 inches of soil are dry, making it a colorful and easy-to-care-for plant.
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 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 '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 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.
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.
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 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 '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.
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.