Alternanthera reineckii "Purple" - InVitro

Alternanthera reineckii "Purple" is a variety of Alternanthera reineckii, which is characterized by the dark red upper side of the leaves and the purple undersides of the leaves. This beautifully colored plant is ideal for creating a beautiful accent in the aquarium. This variant grows upright and, with a height of up to 40 cm, is at home in the middle and background of the aquarium. With regular trimming, it can be kept very compact and formed into bushes. In order for the Purple Parrot Leaf to thrive and reach its full potential, it needs strong lighting and good nutrition.

• Origin: South America
• Type: stem plant
• Height: 15 - 40 cm
• Width: 10 - 15 cm
• Type: stem plant
• Growth speed: medium
• Layout: middle ground - background
• Temperature: 18 - 28 °C
• pH: 6 - 8
• CH: 3 - 10
• Light demand: medium - high
• Difficulty: medium
• Propagation: cuttings, division
• CO2 required: highly recommended
   

Instructions for planting:
Only open the container just before planting. Gently remove the plant from the container and rinse the roots free of the gel or liquid. Small residues of the nutrient solution are not a problem. After rinsing, the plant should be quickly placed in the water so that it does not dry out.

In Vitro: Grown in the laboratory and guaranteed free from pathogens, snails, algae and vermin.