Althernanthera reineckii 'Mini' Tissue Culture - C31516
Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’ – Tissue Culture (Compact Red Accent Plant)
Add bold color and contrast to your aquascape with Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’, a compact version of the classic AR plant. Known for its deep red tones and low, bushy growth, this plant is perfect for creating vibrant accents in the foreground or midground.
Grown in sterile tissue culture, it arrives 100% pest-free, algae-free, and safe for shrimp tanks.
- Rich red coloration – strong visual impact
- Compact growth – stays shorter than standard AR
- Perfect for dense, bushy clusters
- Tissue culture grown – no snails, algae, or pests
- Shrimp-safe & pesticide-free
Plant Details
- Scientific Name: Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’
- Common Name: AR Mini
- Placement: Foreground / Midground
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Lighting: Medium to High
- CO₂: Recommended
- Nutrients: Moderate to High (iron boosts red tones)
Growth Style
AR ‘Mini’ grows:
- Lower and more compact than standard Alternanthera
- With intense red to burgundy coloration
- In tight clusters when trimmed regularly
Perfect for adding color contrast without tall background growth
How to Plant (Tissue Culture Prep)
- Remove plant from cup
- Rinse off all nutrient gel thoroughly
- Separate into individual stems/plantlets
- Plant with spacing for growth
Pro Tip: Plant in small groups to create a fuller, more striking bush.
Care Notes
- Strong lighting enhances red coloration
- CO₂ improves growth and compactness
- Regular trimming keeps plant low and bushy
- Nutrient dosing (especially iron) boosts color intensity
What You Get
- 1 sealed cup of Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’ Tissue Culture
- Multiple healthy plantlets ready to grow
Perfect For:
- Foreground color accents
- High-contrast aquascapes
- Dutch-style layouts
- Medium to high-tech planted tanks
Pro Aquascaper Tip
For deep red, compact growth:
- Use strong lighting
- Maintain stable CO₂ levels
- Dose iron regularly
- Trim and replant tops to thicken clusters
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Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’ – Tissue Culture (Compact Red Accent Plant)
Add bold color and contrast to your aquascape with Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’, a compact version of the classic AR plant. Known for its deep red tones and low, bushy growth, this plant is perfect for creating vibrant accents in the foreground or midground.
Grown in sterile tissue culture, it arrives 100% pest-free, algae-free, and safe for shrimp tanks.
- Rich red coloration – strong visual impact
- Compact growth – stays shorter than standard AR
- Perfect for dense, bushy clusters
- Tissue culture grown – no snails, algae, or pests
- Shrimp-safe & pesticide-free
Plant Details
- Scientific Name: Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’
- Common Name: AR Mini
- Placement: Foreground / Midground
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Lighting: Medium to High
- CO₂: Recommended
- Nutrients: Moderate to High (iron boosts red tones)
Growth Style
AR ‘Mini’ grows:
- Lower and more compact than standard Alternanthera
- With intense red to burgundy coloration
- In tight clusters when trimmed regularly
Perfect for adding color contrast without tall background growth
How to Plant (Tissue Culture Prep)
- Remove plant from cup
- Rinse off all nutrient gel thoroughly
- Separate into individual stems/plantlets
- Plant with spacing for growth
Pro Tip: Plant in small groups to create a fuller, more striking bush.
Care Notes
- Strong lighting enhances red coloration
- CO₂ improves growth and compactness
- Regular trimming keeps plant low and bushy
- Nutrient dosing (especially iron) boosts color intensity
What You Get
- 1 sealed cup of Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’ Tissue Culture
- Multiple healthy plantlets ready to grow
Perfect For:
- Foreground color accents
- High-contrast aquascapes
- Dutch-style layouts
- Medium to high-tech planted tanks
Pro Aquascaper Tip
For deep red, compact growth:
- Use strong lighting
- Maintain stable CO₂ levels
- Dose iron regularly
- Trim and replant tops to thicken clusters
