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Alternathera Roseafolia

 Alternathera Roseafolia in freshwater community tank

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  • Mid to Background plant 
  • Medium Hard Water 
  • pH levels 5.0-8.0 
  • Temperature range 17-28C / 63-83F 
  • Medium to strong light 
  • Easy to care for 

 

 

 The purple / reddish tint to the leaves of this broad leaved plant add a nice contrast to the aquarium. Alternathera Roseafolia makes a striking impression especially when planted in groups. It can be grown in medium to strong light but the stronger the light the redder the leaves.  Depending on conditions it will grow between ten and twenty inches in height although it is a relatively slow grower. It is relatively easy to propagate by pinching out and planting the end bud which will also encourage bushy growth. It is very tolerant of a variety of water conditions but grows best mid range.

It is one of the more robust plants in the aquarium and adds interesting colour to what can otherwise be a variety of shades of green.

A must for any aquarium.