Alternanthera Bettzickiana Green
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Common Name: Green Bettzickiana Alternanthera
Scientific Name: (Alternanthera bettzickiana 'Green')
Alternanthera Bettzickiana Green is a hardy aquatic stem plant valued for its compact, vibrant green foliage. It thrives submerged in aquariums and adapts well to emersed growth, making it suitable for paludariums, ripariums, and vivariums.
- Quick Guide
- Essentials
- Features
- Care
Quick Guide
- Growth Environment: Submerged, Emersed, Aquarium, Paludarium, Riparium, Vivarium
- Care Level: Medium
- Light Requirements: Moderate Light, High Light
- CO2 Requirements: CO2 Optional
- Placement: Foreground, Middleground
- Growth Characteristics: Moderate-Growing, Compact
- Water Parameters: Soft Water, Neutral pH
- Special Features: Green Foliage, Versatile Growth
- Country of Origin: Tropical Regions (Species)
Essentials
- Light: Moderate to high; bright light promotes denser growth.
- Water: Prefers soft to moderately hard water with a pH of 6.0–7.5. Thrives submerged and adapts to emersed setups.
- Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C).
- Soil: Requires nutrient-rich substrate but can absorb nutrients from the water column.
- Placement: Best suited for the foreground or middleground in aquascapes and as a lush feature in ripariums or vivariums.
Features
- Size: Grows 6–12 inches tall, making it suitable for various setups.
- Rate: Moderate-growing; steady growth with proper nutrients and lighting.
- Foliage: Small, lance-shaped vibrant green leaves that grow compactly.
- Flowering: May produce small flowers in emersed setups, particularly in ripariums or vivariums.
Care
- Fertilizer: Requires liquid fertilizers with micronutrients. CO2 supplementation is optional but encourages faster growth and fuller foliage.
- Pruning/Propagation: Trim regularly to maintain a bushy shape. Propagate by cutting healthy stems and replanting them in substrate or moist soil.
- Special Tips: In emersed setups, maintain high humidity and consistent moisture for healthy growth. Submerged growth benefits from consistent lighting and fertilization.
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