Alternanthera Bettzickiana 'Red'

Alternanthera Bettzickiana 'Red' commonly known as a Calico Plant. It is a terrarium, vivarium, or bog plant that is sometimes used as aquatic plant decoration even though it's not a true aquatic plant. It has light pink to red stem, green to yellow leaf. When growing in strong light, the leaf will turn to intense red color. 

Under a proper environment, it can only be submerged for several months. After that, it should be grown emerged for a few months again so they can restore the energy they lose before it has the ability and strength to adapt and survive to underwater life for a period of time.

Because of the ability to survive underwater for a long period of time, a lot of hobbyists used this plant as an alternative for other true aquatic plants because they claimed it can survive or even grow a few inches taller and develop roots in their aquarium longer than some of the other true aquatic plants.

When grow emerged, above water. It should be kept in a consistent high humid with wet soil. Especially when they are in the recovery stage or when their environment is changed from underwater to above water.

• Sold as loose Fresh-cut Plants, Bunched plants, or Potted plants
• Fresh-cut plants | 4 stems, loose fresh-cut plants
• Bunched plants | 4 fresh-cut plants with foam, and lead weight
• Potted plants | 4 fresh-cut plants with net pot and rock wool

BUY 2 GET 1 FREE* PROMOTION | Simply buy 2 quantities, we will send you 1 extra for free on eligible purchases. Offer valid on the same type of plant, no mix n' match, and on the same transaction only.

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, pesticides, grow emerged, or submerge. 

True Aquatic: No

Suitable for:Terrarium, Vivarium, Pond or House Plants in consistent high humidity

Lighting:Partial sunlight, or LED daylight

CO2: Recommended 
Growth Rates: Medium
Difficulty Level: Beginner
Nutrient Substrate: Recommended
Lighting Requirements: Medium-High