Alternanthera reineckii Mini Tissue Culture Aquarium Plant

Alternanthera reineckii Mini is a compact, slow-growing tissue culture plant prized for its rich red to violet coloration and small leaf structure. This miniature variety is ideal for nano aquariums, foreground placement, or detailed aquascapes where controlled growth and fine texture are essential. Grown and delivered as a 1-2-Grow! tissue culture, these plants are cultivated in a sterile laboratory environment and are guaranteed free from snails, algae, and pesticidesmaking them completely safe for shrimp, delicate fish, and sensitive planted tanks. With proper lighting, nutrients, and CO, Alternanthera Mini can be trimmed into a dense, low-growing carpet approximately 24 inches (510 cm) tall, offering exceptional color contrast in aquascapes. Key Features Compact Red-Violet GrowthMiniature leaves with deep red to purple tones create bold contrast. Tissue Culture Cleanliness100% snail-free, algae-free, and pesticide-free. Perfect for Foreground UseIdeal for small tanks or detailed foreground layouts in larger aquariums. Slow, Controlled GrowthMaintains shape well with trimming and resists overgrowing. High Plant Count per CupEach cup contains many plantlets that can be divided and spread over a wide area. Benefits Alternanthera reineckii Mini offers intense color without aggressive growth. The tissue culture format allows aquarists to introduce a large number of healthy plants at once, resulting in faster coverage and a more uniform aquascape. When provided with strong light and CO, it develops into a dense, eye-catching carpet or low bush with excellent long-term stability. Care Guide LightHigh lighting recommended for best color and compact growth. COStrongly recommended to maintain red coloration and healthy structure. SubstrateNutrient-rich substrate preferred; benefits from root fertilization. Water ParametersStable freshwater conditions with regular fertilization. Growth RateSlow Maintenance LevelModerate Planting Instructions (Tissue Culture) Remove the plant from the cup Rinse thoroughly under running water to remove gel Divide into 68 small portions using clean scissors Plant individual portions into the substrate with tweezers Allow time for rooting and lateral growth Perfect For Nano aquariums Foreground placement High-tech planted tanks CO-enriched aquascapes Shrimp and sensitive livestock tanks Detailed aquascaping layouts Why Choose Alternanthera reineckii Mini? Vibrant red-violet coloration Compact, controlled growth habit Clean tissue cultureno pests or algae Excellent carpet or low bush plant Ideal for precision aquascaping High success rate with proper care Important Notes Tissue culture plants require proper lighting, fertilization, and CO for best results. Color intensity and growth density depend on tank conditions. Plants are delivered very young and will continue developing after planting. Images are for reference only.