Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’ Live Freshwater Aquarium Plant
Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’ (often called AR Mini) is a compact, low-growing red aquarium plant prized for its deep red to purple coloration and tight growth habit. Unlike standard Alternanthera varieties, the ‘Mini’ form stays shorter and denser, making it perfect for foreground to midground placement in planted aquariums.
This plant adds bold contrast to green-heavy layouts and is a favorite in nature-style and aquascaped tanks. While AR Mini can grow without CO₂, supplemental CO₂, good lighting, and regular fertilization will significantly enhance color intensity and compactness.
Key Benefits
Vibrant red to purple coloration
Compact growth ideal for smaller tanks
Excellent contrast plant for aquascapes
Foreground to midground placement
Popular in high-tech planted tanks
Plant Care & Requirements
- Lighting: Moderate to high
- CO₂: Recommended for best color & compact growth
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Placement: Foreground to midground
- Tank Size: Nano to large aquariums
- Water Parameters:
- Temperature: 72–82°F
- pH: 5.5–7.5
Trim tops regularly to maintain low, bushy growth.
Ideal For
- Planted freshwater aquariums
- Nature-style & Dutch aquascapes
- CO₂-injected systems
- Aquarists wanting strong red coloration
Product Details
- Plant Type: Live freshwater plant
- Scientific Name: Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’
- Growth Form: Compact stem plant
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Color: Red / Purple
FAQs Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’
Q: Does AR Mini require CO₂?
A: CO₂ is not strictly required, but it greatly improves color, density, and overall appearance.
Q: Can this plant be used as a carpet?
A: It stays low but is better as a foreground bush rather than a true carpet.
Q: Is this plant shrimp-safe?
A: Yes. It is completely safe for shrimp and other invertebrates.
Q: Why is my plant turning green?
A: Insufficient light or nutrients can reduce red coloration.
Q: How do I propagate it?
A: Trim the stem and replant the cuttings.
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