Alternanthera Reineckii Mini Vitro Culture Compact Red Stem Plant for Foreground & Midground Impact

Alternanthera Reineckii Mini (ARM) is a compact, vibrant red stem plant highly prized in aquascaping for its dense, bushy form and intense coloration. This miniature variety of the classic Alternanthera Reineckii is ideal for creating eye-catching contrast in the foreground or midground of planted aquariums.

Grown using Vitro Culture technology, our tissue culture plants are 100% free from pests, algae, and pesticidesmaking them the safest option for sensitive aquariums, including those with shrimp or delicate fish.

Key Features:

• Scientific Name: Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’

• Common Name: ARM, Mini Scarlet Temple

• Growth Form: Compact, low-growing stem plant

• Coloration: Intense pinkish-red to deep burgundy under strong light and CO

• Tank Placement: Foreground to midground, depending on trimming

• =Growth Height: 38 inches (720 cm); requires frequent trimming to maintain compactness

• Growth Rate: Moderate

• CO Requirement: Recommended for best color and dense growth

• Lighting Needs: Medium to high

Vitro Culture Advantages:

• Pest-Free & Algae-Free

• Grown in Sterile Conditions

• Ideal for Sensitive Livestock

• Longer Shelf Life Than Potted Plants

Aquascaping Benefits:

• Excellent choice for dutch-style and high-contrast layouts

• Creates a vibrant color focal point in nano to large aquariums

• Responds well to top-trimming for a fuller, bush-like look

• Can form carpet-like mats under high light and regular pruning

Propagation & Care:

• Trim and Replant Tops: Propagate by cutting stems and replanting the tops into substrate

• Regular Pruning Needed: Prevents legginess and promotes dense horizontal spread

• Nutrient Substrate: Required Thrives with nutrient-rich substrate or root tabs

• Can Be Grown Emersed: Yes Slower growth with greener tone when emersed

Disclaimer: Pictures are a sample representation. Actual plants may vary. Unless specified, we do not guarantee that plants will be free of pests, pesticides, or that they will grow emersed or submerged.

What Youll Receive:
One Vitro Culture 4-inch sealed bag of Alternanthera Reineckii Miniready to rinse, portion, and plant.