Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini'
Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini' – Vibrant Foreground Plant for Aquariums
Recently introduced, Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini' is the perfect addition to any aquarium foreground, offering vibrant color and visual interest. This miniature variety grows similarly to other Alternanthera species in emersed systems, but reaches its full compact size when submerged, making it ideal for aquascaping. Alternanthera 'Mini' thrives in Nano Cubes, where its small stature can create a stunning contrast when paired with a light-green Hemianthus carpet. To achieve its full potential and vibrant hues, ensure the plant receives plenty of light and a well-maintained aquatic environment.
Key Benefits of Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini':
- Adds vivid red and green hues to aquarium foregrounds
- Grows compact and miniature in size when submerged
- Perfect for Nano Cubes and small aquascapes
- Pairs beautifully with Hemianthus carpet for contrast
- Requires high light conditions for vibrant color and healthy growth
Make your aquarium stand out with Alternanthera 'Mini', the ideal plant to bring bold color and dynamic texture to your aquascape.
Plant Profile
Read about what makes the best conditions for your plant as well as giving you interesting information about where the plant is originally from.
Learn how to keep an aquariumAlternanthera
reineckii ‘Mini‘
Amaranthaceae
Cultivar
High - medium
22-28°C
Slow
Foreground
Up to 10 cm
5-8
Soft to hard
20-30 mg/l
Head cuttings / side shoots
Don't leave your plants hanging
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