Allways a good experience , fast delivery , really well packed .
Lagenandra meeboldi Red
Long red-bronze leaves on a colourful Cryptocoryne relative from Sri Lanka
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Quick Facts
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Origin: Asia
Position in Aquarium: Midground
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Growth rate: Medium pace
Description
Lagenandra meeboldi Red is a richly coloured form of the Lagenandra meeboldi species from Sri Lanka, producing long, lance-shaped to oval leaves in warm shades of red to bronze-red. Its distinctive colouration and unusual leaf form set it apart from both Cryptocoryne and the green form of the same species, making it a sought-after plant for collectors of unusual rosette plants.
Care is uncomplicated. It tolerates low light and grows without CO2 injection. Like its green counterpart and Cryptocoryne relatives, it may undergo a temporary adjustment period when first introduced to a new aquarium, with older leaves melting back before healthy new growth emerges from the rhizome. A nutrient-rich substrate or root tabs support strong re-establishment.
Supplied as an established potted plant, Lagenandra meeboldi Red suits aquariums from 60 litres upward in the midground. Its warm red tones pair well with green Cryptocoryne and Anubias, providing a rich colour contrast in the planted midground without the demands of high-maintenance red plant species.
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 aquarium plant for its "stunning" color and healthy condition upon arrival. Most noted it settled quickly into tanks and provides attractive contrast with deep green and reddish tones. Some mentioned it looks "brown rather than red" and doesn't match online photos. Delivery was consistently quick and packaging excellent.
- Beautiful healthy plant bigger than I thought it would be, growing well in my aquarium
- Very healthy and great colour, I've only had it a week and there are new leaves sprouting!
- I got 3 - 4 good strong plants from each pot, bargain.
A
Does not look as good as what the online picture looked.
H
Great product and quick delivery
N
Plant appears to have settled into aquarium.
M
I got 3 - 4 good strong plants from each pot, bargain.
k
Lovely healthy plants.
S
Realy nice plant, arrived in very good condition.
D
This is a great plant
H
Very nice plants, well packed
Pleased with purchase
A
Excellent plant. Settled in quickly. A little different from the norm & expecting great things from it.
K
The red tinge of the leaves makes a very attractive contrast against the greens of my other plants. It arrived in good condition and is doing well. Very pleased.
S
Like the deep green colour gives the plant arrangement a variety of different greens
R
Beautiful healthy plant bigger than I thought it would be, growing well in my aquarium
D
Fast delivery and great condition on arrival. With a small tank I only ordered 1 pot but divided it into multipal plants. The leaves are large and a wonderful dark green with reddish undertones. Very stunning especially when planted with a bright green stemmed plant. My actual plant was taller than I expected but I am sure this will vary form plant to plant. Not a problem but did mean I had to adjust where I was intending to plant some of them and the over all look is a bit different. Still looks amazing and I am glad I ordered it.
R
Plant arrived in great condition, decent size and is growing well.
G
This handsome plant arrived in good condition and is now thriving. Another to add to my list of suitable plants for my aquaria conditions!
K
Not a bad plant seems to be doing alright in my aquarium. Will have to wait and see how it goes. Nice colour and not too expensive
C
Great plant. Very robust. Looks brown rather than red.
A
fantastic quality as always , the colour is amazing look fantastic in the tank
H
Healthy plants doing well. More brownish in colour than red.
Z
Very healthy and great colour, I've only had it a week and there are new leaves sprouting!
R
Fine specimen in tip top condition
W
A stunning plant in great condition well pleased.
Is Lagenandra meeboldi Red easy to keep?
Yes. Despite its striking red colouration, care requirements are very similar to Cryptocoryne — low light, no CO2, and a nutrient-rich substrate.
Will it melt when first planted?
It can experience temporary leaf melt when adjusting to new water conditions, as can Cryptocoryne. New healthy leaves will regrow from the rhizome within a few weeks.
Does it need CO2?
No. It grows well under low light without CO2, making it suitable for low-tech planted aquariums.
How do I maintain the red colouration?
The red tones are natural to this variety and do not require special treatment. Standard planted aquarium care with adequate light and nutrients keeps the colour consistent.
How does it differ from green Lagenandra meeboldi?
The red form produces leaves in warm red to bronze-red tones rather than green, but the care requirements and growth habit are essentially the same.
