• Scientific Name: Alternanthera reineckii ‘Rosanervig’
• Common Name: Alternanthera Rosanervig
• Origin: South America
• Family: Amaranthaceae
• Height: 20-40 cm
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Placement in Tank: Midground, Background
• Light Requirement: Medium to High
• CO2 Requirement: Recommended for optimal color and growth
• Temperature: 22-28°C
• pH: 5.5-7.5

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.