Dwarf A. reineckii with intensely pink-red to red-violet leaves; compact and bushy under water; one of the few red foreground plants.
Needs
Care levelModerate
LightMedium
CO₂Helps
GrowthMedium
HeightUp to 20 cm
Temperature22–28 °C
WhereMiddle of the tank
Feeds throughLeaves, from the water
FamilyAmaranthaceae
Native toCultivar of unknown origin (arose in cultivation); the species A. reineckii is South American (Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, northern Argentina).
Facts checked against sources on 16 Oct 2026. See sources
How to keep it
Medium to high light and CO2
Good nutrient supply
Careful trimming keeps it a dense 5-10 cm bush/carpet
Picture coming