Aquarium plant

Alternanthera reineckii "Lilacina"

Midground, BackgroundStem plant

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Plant overview

Alternanthera reineckii "Lilacina" grows as a stem plant and fits midground and background planting. Care: medium care, medium light, recommended CO₂.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 17–25 °C, pH 5–7, KH 0–14 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height2–6 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
17–25 °C
pH
5–7
Carbonate hardness
0–14 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Medium
Width
1–18 cm
Propagation
Cuttings
Color
red

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Amaranthaceae
Genus
Alternanthera

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FAQ

Where should Alternanthera reineckii "Lilacina" be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Alternanthera reineckii "Lilacina" need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Alternanthera reineckii "Lilacina"?

Temperature: 17–25 °C.

How tall does Alternanthera reineckii "Lilacina" grow?

Height: 2–6 cm.