Lagenandra meeboldi Red

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.