Allways a good experience , fast delivery , really well packed .
Alternanthera reineckii
Red stem plant with striking two-tone leaves — great in groups
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Quick Facts
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Common name: Scarlet Temple
Origin: South America
Position in Aquarium: Midground
Grows up to (cm):
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Growth rate: Fast
Description
Alternanthera reineckii is a classic South American stem plant that delivers strong colour contrast in planted aquascapes. The leaves have a distinctive two-tone appearance — green on the upper surface and deep red-to-purple on the underside — creating a striking visual impact when planted in groups.
It performs best under medium to bright lighting, and CO2 supplementation is recommended to bring out the full colour intensity and encourage vigorous growth. Without CO2 it will survive but the red tones tend to fade. Propagation is easy: trim the tops and replant as cuttings, and the original stems will branch and become bushier.
Plant in groups of three or more stems for maximum effect in the midground or background.
Plant Sizes
You’ll receive a healthy, rooted plant in a pot, similar to those shown. Each one is hand-checked before dispatch.
Shipping
Same-day dispatch on orders placed before 4pm, Monday to Friday. Tracked 24 Service from £4.99, DPD Express from £6.99.
Customers praised this vibrant aquatic plant for adding "a splash of colour" to tanks with its stunning red/pink foliage. Most reported excellent condition on arrival and strong growth. However, some noted color fading without adequate lighting, and it's a tall plant requiring deeper tanks. A few experienced leaf loss during acclimation or from fish nibbling.
- This plant arrived in tip top condition and has really livened up the aquarium
- A beautiful beetroot colour underside to the leaves. A wonderful contrast to usual shades of green
- Plant arrived in great condition, looks great in the tank and is growing beautifully
R
I bought this Alternanthera Reineckii along with the mini or dwarf Reineckii .be warned this is a TALL plant I don't have a photo I'm afraid I gave it to a friend who has a deeper tank. It's a shame its a beautiful plant just like the mini reineckki. It was my fault tho I was guilty of not reading the extensive information aqua essentials provide with every plant! If you have a standard hight tank buy the mini Reineckii. If you have a tall tank buy a couple of pots you won't be disappointed!. As usual the delivery was fast the way the plants are packaged is brilliant I'm not seeing ANY other business package their plants in such a way they are totally safe and protected. The quality is exceptional it really is. If its aquatic plants you want only shop with aqua essentials you would be daft going elsewhere.
k
Beautiful plant, arrived in decent ish condition but fluttered back to life once I put it in my tank
N
once again very pretty plant looks lovely in fish tank very happy with purchase thanks
s
Excellent plant in great condition. Would recommend them no problem!"
S
Good looking plant.
B
This plant arrived in tip top condition and has really livened up the aquarium of predominately green plants.
It has settled in really well and I am delighted with the overall effect.
Would definitely recommend this plant, particularly from aquaessentials.
h
Since putting these plants in my tank the colour if the red one has faded and the green ine remains green is it a light heat ir iron issue?
Tyically for red plants they need either brighter light OR light with a pink colour rendition (I'd choose the latter)
C
Plant arrived in great condition, looks great in the tank and is growing beautifully.
s
Very nice plant to have aquarius tank
H
Fantastic condition, looks great ensure it has plenty of light or it might loose it vibrant colour
M
Gorgeous plants. The lovely red brightens up the tank. Arrived in excellent condition
A
Great bit of foreground colour.
G
This plant didn't last too well this time. I had to throw it away today, as all its leaves had gone. It was a pity, as both I and the fishes love it. I think it suffered, despite the brilliant care and packaging, from an unforseen delay in delivery of several days during a severe snowy period. I think I probably should have given it time to rest before putting it in a tank at about 20 degrees, to minimise the shock. Thanks to Richard for this advice anyway. I will remember, if it ever happens again. I have just ordered some more, as the weather is now less disruptive. Fingers crossed!
S
Stunning plant, love the contrasting green and pink - arrived in good condition and is growing well . Thank you
j
Plant arrived on time and was a nice healthy specimen, it split down into four good stems and I have had no problems after a week in my aquarium.. Would use this seller again.
A
arrived in very good condition. Awaiting now for plant to settle in and see what develop occurs.
J
Arrived in excellent condition
Doing well in my aquarium after 2 weeks Fish seem to like it
K
Good contrast with green plants behind. Growing towards the surface with nice red leaves.
R
Lovely condition when arrived but died off unfortunately, it's more likely down to me than anything, I seem to have not much luck with red plants even though I have strong lighting.
P
Great product excellent condition great price
T
Again the size and quality excellent. Well rooted
C
Came very healthy with trong roots and stems, lost a few leaves whilst gettinb acclimated but has started new growth in a week, good service and came fast.
S
As always, the plants are in brilliant condition and seem to grow before your eyes. Customer service is impeccable, best online retailer by a long way.
M
First class plant ,quick delivery ,arrived in good condition, planted 3 weeks ago growing already .
Very pleased , will buy all my plants from this company in future.
Michael
J
A beautiful looking plant, that adds a splash of colour to my tank.
g
Very nice plants, lovely colours & healthy.
S
A fabulous looking plant. Growing well, and adding a much needed splash of colour to the tank. Looks good with other Alternanthera\'s.
C
Arrived in good condition - growing well - adding a bit of colour to a green aquarium.
r
Great looking plant.
C
Lovely plant, beautiful colours, and doing very well in my new tank. Very well packaged and quick delivery.
M
The plant was in super condition and arrived when said thank you.
S
great little plant if looked after . mine is still going strong. best separated into single stalks and planted individually . better than local stores plants .
E
excellent packing first class plant prompt delivery
Is Alternanthera reineckii easy to grow?
It is easy to intermediate. It will survive in most tanks but develops its best colour under medium to bright lighting. CO2 is recommended for the strongest red tones.
Does Alternanthera reineckii need CO2?
CO2 is recommended. Without it the red-purple colouration fades and growth slows noticeably, though the plant will survive.
How do I propagate Alternanthera reineckii?
Trim the tops and replant them as cuttings. The original stems will branch and become bushier. It propagates easily and quickly once established.
Where should I place it in my aquarium?
Midground or background works best. Plant in groups of three or more stems — the colour impact is far more effective in clusters than individual stems.
How fast does Alternanthera reineckii grow?
Growth rate depends on light and CO2. Under good conditions it grows at a moderate pace and will need regular trimming to keep a tidy shape.