Care specifications
| Type | Stem |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Medium |
| Light | High (40–90 µmol PAR) |
| CO2 | Beneficial, not required |
| Fertilizer demand | Medium |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Max height | 12 in |
| Spread | 5 in |
| Placement | Midground, Background |
| Attaches to hardscape | No |
| Snail & shrimp safe | Yes |
| Temperature | 72–82 °F |
| pH | 5.5–7.5 |
| Color | Red |
| Trimming | Regular |
| Styles | Dutch, Nature |
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Propagation
Cut side shoots or top stems and replant; the parent branches at the cut node to build a fuller stand.
Frequently asked questions
How is 'Lilacina' different from regular Alternanthera reineckii?
Lilacina has noticeably broader, more rounded leaves and a stronger purple-violet tint to the underside, whereas the standard form is narrower. Care is identical; Lilacina just reads as a bolder, more sculptural red plant.
Why are my Alternanthera reineckii leaves small and green instead of red?
That almost always means not enough light, and often not enough iron or CO2. This is a high-light red plant; without those inputs it survives but stays compact and greenish rather than showing its full color.
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