Alternanthera Rosanervig
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Common Name: Rosanervig Alternanthera
Scientific Name: (Alternanthera reineckii 'Rosanervig')
Alternanthera Rosanervig is a vibrant aquatic stem plant prized for its bright pink and red foliage accented with prominent light-colored veins. This versatile plant thrives submerged in aquariums and adapts 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: High Light
- CO2 Requirements: CO2 Recommended
- Placement: Middleground, Focal Point
- Growth Characteristics: Moderate-Growing, Upright
- Water Parameters: Soft Water, Neutral pH
- Special Features: Colorful Foliage, Versatile Growth
- Country of Origin: South America (Species)
Essentials
- Light: Strong; bright lighting enhances its pink and red hues.
- Water: Prefers soft to moderately hard water with a pH of 6.0–7.5. Thrives submerged and adapts to emersed conditions.
- Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C).
- Soil: Requires nutrient-rich substrate for optimal growth. Moist, nutrient-rich soil is ideal for emersed setups.
- Placement: Best suited for the middleground or as a focal point in aquascapes, and transitional zones in ripariums or vivariums.
Features
- Size: Grows 6–12 inches tall; more compact in emersed conditions.
- Rate: Moderate-growing; faster with CO2 and proper nutrients.
- Foliage: Bright pink and red leaves with light veins. Emersed leaves are broader and greener with lighter pink tones.
- Flowering: Produces small flowers when grown emersed, particularly in riparium or vivarium setups.
Care
- Fertilizer: Requires liquid fertilizers rich in iron and micronutrients to maintain its vivid coloration. CO2 supplementation is highly recommended for submerged setups to promote vibrant colors and faster growth.
- Pruning/Propagation: Trim regularly to encourage bushy growth. Propagate by cutting and replanting healthy stems in substrate or soil.
- Special Tips: High humidity is essential for emersed growth. Maintain consistent lighting and nutrient dosing to prevent fading of its vibrant colors.
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