Stoffels Alternanthera reineckii ‘Rosanervig

The Alternanthera reineckii ‘Rosanervig’ is a captivating aquatic plant, prized for its striking pink and red leaves with prominent light-colored veins that create a beautiful contrast in any aquarium. It’s an excellent choice for midground or background placement, where its bold colors stand out against green foliage. The ‘Rosanervig’ variety adds depth, texture, and vibrant color, making it a popular choice for aquascaping enthusiasts.

Key Features:

• Vibrant Pink-Red Leaves: The leaves of Alternanthera ‘Rosanervig’ have a distinctive pink and red hue, with lighter veins that add a unique texture, making it an attractive focal point in the aquarium.
• Moderate Growth Rate: With proper care, this plant grows at a moderate pace, providing a dense and bushy appearance that helps create lush aquascapes.
• Medium Difficulty Level: It requires stable water parameters, medium to high lighting, and benefits from CO2 supplementation, making it suitable for intermediate aquarists.
• Eye-Catching Contrast: The bold colors of ‘Rosanervig’ provide a great visual contrast, especially when paired with other green plants or hardscape features.

Care Requirements:

• Lighting: Alternanthera ‘Rosanervig’ thrives under medium to high lighting, which helps maintain its vivid colors. Insufficient lighting may cause the colors to fade and the plant to become leggy.
• CO2: While not absolutely necessary, CO2 supplementation is highly recommended to enhance growth and color intensity, especially under high lighting.
• Water Parameters: This plant prefers slightly acidic to neutral water, with a pH range of 5.5-7.5 and temperatures between 22-28°C. A nutrient-rich substrate and regular fertilization support healthy growth and vibrant colors.
• Trimming: Regular trimming is essential to maintain its bushy appearance and encourage side shoots, which help create a fuller, more vibrant plant. Trimmed sections can be replanted to propagate new plants.

Planting Tips:

• Plant Alternanthera ‘Rosanervig’ in a nutrient-rich substrate, spaced evenly to give each stem access to light and nutrients.
• Position it in the midground or background to create a bold visual impact with its vibrant pink and red foliage.
• Provide medium to high lighting and CO2 supplementation to promote intense coloration and healthy growth, ensuring the plant maintains its stunning appearance.