Alternanthera sp red broad
Description
| ⭐ Difficulty | Moderate |
| 💡 Lighting | Moderate to High |
| 🧪 CO₂ | Recommended |
| 📈 Growth Rate | Medium |
| 🌿 Height | 30–50 cm |
| 📍 Position | Background |
| 🌡️ Temperature | 22–28°C |
| 💧 pH | 6.0–7.5 |
| 🌍 Origin | Brazil |
IntermediateVibrant ColorCO₂ RecommendedBackground Plant
Large red leaves for dramatic backgrounds. Alternanthera sp. 'Red Broad' produces some of the largest leaves in the genus — wide, deep-red blades that create a bold focal point in background plantings.
Moderate to high light with CO₂ recommended. Best suited for tanks 60L+. Regular topping encourages side branching. Iron supplementation deepens red color.
✂️ Propagation: Trim and replant cuttings. Roots in 5–7 days. Easy.