{"product_id":"alternanthera-reineckii-rosaefolia-in-vitro-aquarium-plant-small","title":"Alternanthera Reineckii ‘Rosaefolia’ In Vitro Aquarium Plant – Small","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternanthera reineckii ‘Rosaefolia’\u003c\/strong\u003e, also widely sold as \u003cstrong\u003eAlternanthera reineckii ‘Pink’\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a colourful South American stem plant with striking pink, red, magenta and bronze foliage. The pink undersides of the leaves provide an attractive contrast against green aquarium plants, especially when several stems are planted together. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis variety is ideal for adding a strong splash of colour to the midground or background of a planted aquarium. It develops an upright growth habit but can be kept shorter and bushier through regular trimming. Removing and replanting the growing tips also encourages the original stems to produce additional side shoots. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium to strong aquarium lighting is recommended. Better lighting encourages stronger red and pink colouration, while CO₂ supplementation and regular fertilisation support healthier, more compact growth. Tropica classifies this variety as having medium light and CO₂ requirements. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn vitro small portion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product contains the \u003cstrong\u003efull plant contents of one small in vitro tub\u003c\/strong\u003e. In vitro plants are cultivated under controlled laboratory conditions and are free from snails, algae and pesticides, making them suitable for planted shrimp and fish aquariums. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note that the plant will be removed from its original tub and carefully repacked for transportation.\u003c\/strong\u003e This reduces the parcel size and helps protect the plant during delivery. You will still receive the full plant contents of one small in vitro tub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant may be divided into several smaller groups or individual stems before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eCare requirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlternanthera reineckii ‘Rosaefolia’\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternative trade name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlternanthera reineckii ‘Pink’\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmaranthaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStem plant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpected height\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 20–30 cm or taller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMidground or background\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium to high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCO₂\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStem cuttings and side shoots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropica records this variety as a medium-growing stem plant that commonly reaches \u003cstrong\u003e20–30 cm or more\u003c\/strong\u003e, with stronger lighting encouraging more intense red colouration. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully remove the plant from its transport packaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse away all remaining clear growing gel using clean water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently separate the plant into smaller groups or individual stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant the stems into a suitable aquarium substrate using tweezers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace the stems approximately 2–3 cm apart so that light can reach the lower leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrim the growing tips once established to encourage bushier growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplant healthy cuttings into the substrate to create a denser group.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTissue-cultured plants should be rinsed before being separated and planted into the substrate. \u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves produced during tissue culture may differ in shape and colour from the new submerged growth. Some older leaves may deteriorate while the plant adapts to aquarium conditions. Maintain stable lighting, CO₂ and nutrient levels and allow fresh underwater leaves to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The photograph shows an example of the product. The exact number, size, shape and colour of the plants may vary naturally. The plant is grown in a small in vitro tub but will be removed from the tub and repacked for transportation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ashby Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56702917017940,"sku":null,"price":3.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0950\/8981\/9988\/files\/1_d7b8378c-0d50-4cb8-b46b-a7c2e73e888a.png?v=1785955241","url":"https:\/\/ashbyaquatics.co.uk\/products\/alternanthera-reineckii-rosaefolia-in-vitro-aquarium-plant-small","provider":"Ashby Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}