Alternanthera Lilacina

Alternanthera Reineckii Lilacina offers vibrant magenta hues to a planted aquarium. Remove this plant from its growing medium before planting. Click here to shop all aquarium plants! Alternanthera Reineckii Lilacina is a long-time and well-known aquarium plant species in the planted tank hobby. Known for its bold coloration, this aquatic plant presents magenta hues with a purplish underside on its leaves. Originating from South America, this aquatic plant requires medium to high light levels along with a nutrient-dense aquarium soil and CO2 injection to produce a noticeable difference in appearance and obtain the desired look. When given optimal conditions, Alternanthera Reineckii Lilacina will reach and breach the water's surface with ease and potentially produce blooms that are a lovely sight to witness! AR Lilacina is well-suited for Dutch-style planted aquariums and is easily a top contender for aquarists who love color in a planted aquarium.    Common Name Alternanthera Reineckii Lilacina Alternanthera Lila Alternanthera Purple Care Easy to Moderate Lighting Medium to High CO2 Required Suggested Placement Midground Propagation Trim and plant stems Growth Rate Moderate to Fast Height 4-12"+