Alternanthera Rosanervig

Alternanthera Rosanervig - Deep Pink Stem Plant with Lighter Pink Veins

The Alternanthera Rosanervig is a beautiful stem plant with a deep pink to red color and characteristic lighter pink leaf veins. This relatively slow-growing plant generally stays shorter than other Alternanthera species (5-20 cm) and is therefore perfect for the mid-range. Highly recommended for beginner hobbyists who want to try a red aquarium plant! Note: This is a sensitive plant and should be handled with care.

Why choose Alternanthera Rosanervig?

• Beautiful pink color: Deep pink to red with lighter pink veins
• Unique leaf pattern: Veins are lighter pink than the rest of the leaf
• Compact size: 5-20 cm tall, shorter than other Alternantheras
• Slow grower: Less maintenance than fast growing varieties
• Perfect for beginners: Recommended for first red aquarium plant
• CO2 not required: Recommended for better color and health
• Wide temperature tolerance: Thrives at 18-26°C (tolerance 4-30°C)

Care and Placement

The Alternanthera Rosanervig is a sensitive plant that requires careful handling:

• Placement: Middle Zone
• Light: Lots of light needed for optimal pink coloration
• Plant food: Plenty of plant food recommended for best results
• CO2: 10-40 mg/l - not required but stimulates red pigments
• Pruning: Prune after 3 weeks to encourage more compact growth
• Propagation: Cut tops can be replanted (remove bottom leaves)
• Handle with care: Avoid removing completely from the soil - roots and leaves are very sensitive!

Important: Avoid completely removing this plant from the soil, as the roots and leaves are very sensitive!

Technical Specifications

• Placement: Middle Zone
• Height: 5-20 cm (compact!)
• Leaf color: Deep pink to red with lighter pink veins
• Growth rate: Fairly slow
• Recommended temperature: 18-26°C
• Temperature tolerance: 4-30°C
• pH: 5.0-7.0
• KH: 0-14
• CO2: 10-40 mg/l (not required but recommended)
• Light requirements: Lots
• Origin: Cultivation / South America
• Family: Amaranthaceae
• Type: Stem plant
• Sensitivity: Sensitive plant - handle with care!

Perfect for

The Alternanthera Rosanervig is ideal for:

• Beginners who want to try a red aquarium plant
• Aquascapers who want pink color accents
• Mid-ground planting with compact plants
• Nature Aquarium style with subtle colours
• Aquariums with lots of light and plant food
• As a contrast to green plants
• Aquariums where you want slow growers (less trimming)

Combination tips

Combine Alternanthera Rosanervig with green plants for a beautiful color contrast. The unique pink color with lighter pink veins is best displayed in clusters. It also pairs perfectly with other Alternanthera varieties for a varied red-pink palette.

Note: This is a sensitive plant! Avoid completely removing it from the soil, as the roots and leaves are very sensitive. Prune after three weeks for more compact growth. Remove lower leaves when replanting cuttings to prevent rot. CO2 stimulates the production of red pigments!