{"product_id":"alternanthera-reineckii-red","title":"Alternanthera Reineckii Red","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBiosecurity Shipping Limitations apply\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eShipping Allowed?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTasmania\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWestern Australia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNorthern Territory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll Other States\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAbout Alternanthera Reineckii Red\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternanthera Reineckii Red\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking red stem plant that brings rich colour and contrast to freshwater planted aquariums. Its elongated leaves can develop shades of red, burgundy, pink and purple, creating a strong visual feature among predominantly green aquatic plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an excellent \u003cstrong\u003emidground to background plant\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly when planted in groups. The vibrant foliage makes it ideal for creating focal points, colour transitions and contrast around rocks and driftwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternanthera reineckii is relatively adaptable compared with many other red aquarium plants. It can grow in lower-tech aquariums, although \u003cstrong\u003emoderate to high lighting, CO₂ and consistent fertilisation\u003c\/strong\u003e will produce stronger growth, more compact stems and better colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular trimming encourages branching and allows healthy cuttings to be replanted, helping develop a dense group over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Care Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAlternanthera reineckii\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alternanthera Reineckii Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Amaranthaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stem Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground to Background\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to High\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–7.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–28°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to Moderately Hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stem Cuttings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red, Pink, Burgundy to Purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Alternanthera Reineckii need CO₂?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can grow without injected CO₂, but CO₂ supplementation will generally produce \u003cstrong\u003efaster growth, better density and stronger coloration\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I make Alternanthera Reineckii red?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood lighting, adequate nutrients and stable CO₂ are key factors. Higher light intensity can encourage stronger red pigmentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best positioned in the \u003cstrong\u003emidground or background\u003c\/strong\u003e, where its height and colourful foliage can be displayed effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I trim Alternanthera Reineckii?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut the stem above a healthy node. The cutting can be replanted into the substrate, while the remaining stem can produce new side shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for beginners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a relatively forgiving red stem plant and can be a good choice for beginners wanting to introduce colour into a planted aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need root fertilisation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt primarily feeds from the water column, so regular liquid fertilisation is beneficial. Nutrient-rich substrate can provide additional support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Mistakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Using insufficient lighting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Expecting intense red colour without adequate nutrients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Neglecting CO₂ in a high-light aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Planting stems too deeply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Allowing stems to become long and leggy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e❌ Failing to trim and replant healthy tops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Apex Aquatic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49336061755531,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/8353\/3195\/files\/D2zppVU7vpMAwpYs8KzqZR3FE2RqYsFc7ht9gUu3H3O2KrRL9EDD-C6SctfLagGrS70seVxS2WHkbpFJi81swIAWA1HbNwUTUpnZE4vkYmyqJIyU-N7mAMhNNoQrs7oGk_ch-I7wMj26sfxWqJBZzVLH8miiHagFJ0O79duLvWUsZyju18oEToK.jpg?v=1789006883","url":"https:\/\/apexaquatic.com.au\/products\/alternanthera-reineckii-red","provider":"Apex Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}