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Alternanthera sessilis

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Description
โญ DifficultyEasy
๐Ÿ’ก LightingModerate to High
๐Ÿงช COโ‚‚Beneficial but not required
๐Ÿ“ˆ Growth RateFast
๐ŸŒฟ Height20โ€“30 cm
๐Ÿ“ PositionMidground to Background
๐ŸŒก๏ธ Temperature22โ€“28ยฐC
๐Ÿ’ง pH6.0โ€“7.5
๐ŸŒ OriginPantropical (Asia, Africa, Americas)
Beginner-FriendlyFast GrowerEasy Propagation

Fast-growing and forgiving โ€” a great starter stem. Alternanthera sessilis is a hardy, fast-growing stem plant found across tropical regions worldwide. Green to reddish-bronze leaves add subtle color variation without demanding high-tech equipment.

One of the easiest Alternanthera species. Grows quickly even without COโ‚‚, though color improves with better light. Trim frequently to prevent it overshadowing slower neighbors.

๐Ÿค Pairs with: Hygrophila polysperma ยท Bacopa monniera ยท Ludwigia repens
โœ‚๏ธ Propagation: Trim and replant cuttings. Roots in 3โ€“5 days. Very easy.