Alternanthera Lilacina | Aquarium Plants Factory®

Alternanthera reineckii 'Lilacina', also known as Purple Scarlet Temple and Alternanthera Purple Lila, is a stunning aquatic plant renowned for its vibrant colors and ease of propagation. This plant features beautiful light pink to red upper leaves and striking violet-purple undersides, making it a standout addition to any aquarium. Key Features: Striking Coloration: Light pink and red upper leaves contrast beautifully with the violet-purple undersides, adding a burst of color to your aquascape. Easy Propagation: Can be easily propagated by trimming and replanting, making it a convenient choice for aquarists. Optimal Conditions: Lighting: Does not require high lighting to maintain its vibrant colors, thriving well under moderate light conditions. CO2: Does not require CO2 supplementation, although providing CO2 can enhance growth and coloration. Water Parameters: Adaptable to a wide range of water conditions, making it suitable for various aquarium setups. Aquarium Benefits: Aesthetic Appeal: Adds a dramatic and colorful element to aquascapes, enhancing the overall visual appeal. Popular in Dutch-Style Aquascapes: Well-known and highly regarded in Dutch-style aquascaping for its vibrant colors and structural form. Versatile Placement: Ideal for midground or background planting, providing depth and color contrast in the aquarium. Care and Maintenance: Regular Trimming: Regular trimming helps maintain its shape and encourages bushier growth. Nutrient-Rich Substrate: Thrives in a nutrient-rich substrate, which supports healthy growth and vibrant coloration. Moderate Lighting: While it doesn't require high light, providing moderate lighting will help maintain its stunning colors. Conclusion: Alternanthera reineckii 'Lilacina' (Purple Scarlet Temple / Alternanthera Purple Lila) is a captivating and easy-to-care-for plant that adds a splash of vibrant color to any aquarium. Its light pink, red, and violet-purple leaves make it a popular choice for Dutch-style aquascapes and other planted tank setups. With its simple propagation and adaptability, Alternanthera reineckii 'Lilacina' is an excellent choice for aquarists of all levels. Transform your aquascape with the striking beauty of Alternanthera reineckii 'Lilacina' and enjoy the dynamic, colorful impact it brings to your underwater environment. Sold as loose Fresh-cut plants, Bunched plants, or Potted plants Fresh-cut plants | Approx. 6 stems, loose fresh-cut stems without root Bunched plants | Approx. 6 fresh-cut stems without root, bundled with foam, and plant's weight Potted plants | Approx. 6 fresh-cut stems without root, potted with net pot and rockwool Disclaimer: Pictures are not the actual plants you will receive, but a sample representation. Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be free of pests, and pesticides, grow emerged or submerge. Scientific Name Alternanthera Lilacina / Telanthera Lilacine Synonyms Alternanthera reineckii 'Burgunderrot' / Alternanthera Lila / Alternanthera Purple Common Name Scarlet Temple Placement Midground / Background CO2 Not Required Growth Rates Medium Difficulty Level Easy Nutrient Substrate Required Can be grow emerged? Yes Lighting Requirements Medium - High

Alternanthera Lilacina | Aquarium Plants Factory®

Alternanthera reineckii 'Lilacina', also known as Purple Scarlet Temple and Alternanthera Purple Lila, is a stunning aquatic plant renowned for its vibrant colors and ease of propagation. This plant features beautiful light pink to red upper leaves and striking violet-purple undersides, making it a standout addition to any aquarium.

Key Features:

  • Striking Coloration: Light pink and red upper leaves contrast beautifully with the violet-purple undersides, adding a burst of color to your aquascape.
  • Easy Propagation: Can be easily propagated by trimming and replanting, making it a convenient choice for aquarists.

Optimal Conditions:

  • Lighting: Does not require high lighting to maintain its vibrant colors, thriving well under moderate light conditions.
  • CO2: Does not require CO2 supplementation, although providing CO2 can enhance growth and coloration.
  • Water Parameters: Adaptable to a wide range of water conditions, making it suitable for various aquarium setups.

Aquarium Benefits:

  • Aesthetic Appeal: Adds a dramatic and colorful element to aquascapes, enhancing the overall visual appeal.
  • Popular in Dutch-Style Aquascapes: Well-known and highly regarded in Dutch-style aquascaping for its vibrant colors and structural form.
  • Versatile Placement: Ideal for midground or background planting, providing depth and color contrast in the aquarium.

Care and Maintenance:

  • Regular Trimming: Regular trimming helps maintain its shape and encourages bushier growth.
  • Nutrient-Rich Substrate: Thrives in a nutrient-rich substrate, which supports healthy growth and vibrant coloration.
  • Moderate Lighting: While it doesn't require high light, providing moderate lighting will help maintain its stunning colors.

Conclusion:

Alternanthera reineckii 'Lilacina' (Purple Scarlet Temple / Alternanthera Purple Lila) is a captivating and easy-to-care-for plant that adds a splash of vibrant color to any aquarium. Its light pink, red, and violet-purple leaves make it a popular choice for Dutch-style aquascapes and other planted tank setups. With its simple propagation and adaptability, Alternanthera reineckii 'Lilacina' is an excellent choice for aquarists of all levels.

Transform your aquascape with the striking beauty of Alternanthera reineckii 'Lilacina' and enjoy the dynamic, colorful impact it brings to your underwater environment.


  • Sold as loose Fresh-cut plants, Bunched plants, or Potted plants
  • Fresh-cut plants | Approx. 6 stems, loose fresh-cut stems without root
  • Bunched plants | Approx. 6 fresh-cut stems without root, bundled with foam, and plant's weight
  • Potted plants | Approx. 6 fresh-cut stems without root, potted with net pot and rockwool

Disclaimer: Pictures are not the actual plants you will receive, but a sample representation. Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be free of pests, and pesticides, grow emerged or submerge.


      Scientific Name

      Alternanthera Lilacina /  Telanthera Lilacine

      Synonyms

      Alternanthera  reineckii 'Burgunderrot' / Alternanthera Lila / Alternanthera Purple

      Common Name

      Scarlet Temple

      Placement

      Midground / Background

      CO2

      Not Required

      Growth Rates

      Medium

      Difficulty Level

      Easy

      Nutrient Substrate

      Required

      Can be grow emerged?

      Yes

      Lighting Requirements

      Medium - High



       

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