Alternanthera Rosaefolia Vitro Culture

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Alternanthera Reineckii ‘Rosaefolia’ with its vivid pink to deep red coloration, thriving under bright light in a beautifully designed aquascape.

Alternanthera Rosaefolia Vitro Culture

Price
$14.99

Alternanthera Reineckii ‘Rosaefolia’ is a stunning aquatic plant native to South America, prized for its vivid pink and red hues. This vibrant plant adds striking contrast to green plants, making it a favorite among aquascapers seeking to enhance the visual appeal of their tanks. With its ability to thrive in various conditions, this species is both beautiful and beginner-friendly.

Key Features:

Vivid Coloration: Displays a spectrum of colors from light pink to deep red, depending on lighting and nutrients.

High Contrast: Creates eye-catching color contrast in aquascapes when paired with green plants.

Easy to Grow: A hardy plant that retains its pink and red hues with minimal effort.

Versatile Placement: Ideal for midground or as an accent plant in larger aquariums.

Optimal Growth Conditions:

Lighting: Performs best in moderate to high light levels to maintain its vivid colors.

Nutrient-Rich Environment: A nutrient-rich substrate promotes healthy growth and deeper coloration.

Water Parameters: Thrives in temperatures between 72°F to 82°F (22°C to 28°C) and a pH of 6.0 to 7.5.

CO2 Enrichment: While not mandatory, CO2 boosts growth and intensifies coloration.

Aquascaping Benefits:

Colorful Accent: Adds warmth and vibrancy, making your aquascape visually dynamic.

Beginner-Friendly: Easy to maintain, even for novice aquarists.

Versatility: Suitable for various aquarium layouts, from minimalist to Dutch-style designs.

Care and Maintenance:

Low Maintenance: Grows well in diverse conditions with minimal trimming.

Propagation: Propagates easily through stem cuttings, making it simple to expand your collection.

Hardy Nature: Adaptable to a wide range of setups, from low-tech to high-tech tanks.

Why Choose Alternanthera Reineckii ‘Rosaefolia’?

Alternanthera Reineckii ‘Rosaefolia’ is more than just a plant—it’s a vibrant focal point for your aquascape. Its ability to retain its pink and red tones effortlessly makes it a top choice for aquascapers of all experience levels. Whether you’re designing a beginner-friendly tank or a high-tech masterpiece, this plant brings warmth, contrast, and elegance to your underwater world.

  • Sold as a Tissue Culture package with vitamin liquid/gel
  • Bag size: approx. 4 inches. Yield many small plants.
  • Tissue Culture Technology | 100% Free from Snail, Algae, Pathogen, and Bacteria plus Extended Shelf Life on all in Vitro Plants

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 reineckii 'Rosaefolia' /   Telanthera Rosaefolia Mini

      Common Name

      Rosaefolia 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


       

       

      Shipping Policy

      At Aquarium Plants Factory, we carefully package and ship all orders to ensure plants and livestock arrive healthy and ready to thrive.


      Order Processing Time

      Most orders are processed within 1–2 business days after payment is received.

      Orders placed on weekends or holidays will be processed on the next business day.

      Orders containing out-of-stock, pre-order, or backorder items may require additional handling time.

      Once your order ships, tracking information will be sent to your email.


      Shipping Schedule

      Live Plants

      Live plant orders ship Monday through Saturday when using United States Postal Service (USPS).

      Most plant-only orders ship within 1–3 business days, excluding products that are out of stock, pre-order, or backorder.

      Estimated USPS delivery time is 2–5 business days, depending on your location.


      UPS Express Shipping

      We offer the following UPS expedited shipping options:

      UPS 2-Day Air®

      Estimated delivery: 2 business days

      Please note that UPS 2-Day Air® is not a guaranteed service in the event of carrier delays, weather disruptions, or operational issues.

      UPS Next Day Air®

      Estimated delivery: 1 business day

      This service is guaranteed by UPS according to their service guarantee policies.

      UPS expedited orders ship Monday through Wednesday only to ensure packages arrive within the same week and avoid weekend delays.

      Please note that orders require 1–2 business days of handling time before shipment.

      To help ensure same-week delivery, please place UPS orders on or before Tuesday at 6:00 AM Pacific Time (PT).


      Live Animals Shipping

      Live animal orders ship Monday through Wednesday only.

      This schedule ensures animals arrive within the same week and do not remain in transit over the weekend.

      Handling time for live animal orders typically ranges from 1–5 business days, depending on:

      • Weather conditions

      • Livestock health

      • Shipping destination

      Tracking information will be emailed once the order has been shipped.


      Free Shipping

      We offer Free Shipping on eligible orders over $150 within the contiguous United States.

      Estimated delivery time for free shipping orders is 2–5 business days.

      If your order contains both live plants and live animals, the shipment may be combined and the appropriate shipping rate will be shown at checkout.

      Free Shipping is not available for customers located in:

      • Alaska

      • Hawaii

      • Puerto Rico

      • Guam

      • U.S. Virgin Islands

      Customers in these locations must select Expedited or Express shipping options at checkout.


      Delivery Time Estimates

      Delivery times shown at checkout are estimates provided by the shipping carrier.

      While we work hard to ship orders quickly, delivery times may vary due to factors outside of our control, including:

      • Weather conditions

      • Carrier delays

      • High shipping volumes

      • Transportation disruptions

      Aquarium Plants Factory is not responsible for shipping delays caused by the carrier.


      Delayed or Lost Packages

      Occasionally, shipments may take longer than expected.

      A package is considered lost only after 15 business days (approximately 3 weeks) from the ship date.

      If a package is confirmed lost by the carrier, we may offer a 50/50 replacement, meaning:

      • Aquarium Plants Factory covers 50% of the replacement cost

      • The customer covers 50% plus shipping


      Address Accuracy

      Customers are responsible for providing a complete and accurate shipping address when placing an order.

      Please ensure that your address is correct when using payment methods such as:

      • Credit / Debit Card

      • PayPal

      • Apple Pay

      • Google Pay

      • Amazon Pay

      • Shopify Pay

      • AliPay

      Orders returned due to:

      • Incorrect address

      • Refused delivery

      • Failed delivery attempts

      may not be eligible for a refund.


      Order Cancellations

      If you need to cancel an order, please contact us as soon as possible.

      Orders can only be canceled before they have been shipped.

      Once an order has been shipped, it can no longer be canceled.


      Returns

      Due to the sensitive nature of live goods, all sales are final.

      We do not accept returns or exchanges for:

      • Live plants

      • Live animals


      For any shipping questions, please contact us before placing your order.

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       WHAT WE GUARANTEE

      24 Hours Live Arrival Guarantee* - In a rare case of live stocks dead on arrival, we must be notified within 24 hours by the same day of delivery. Please take clear photos of the damaged product and send it to us within 24 hours.  Live Arrival Guarantee will be void after 24 hours of delivery. All replacements are considered final and we will not replace the replacement.

      1. Picture requirements: Take at least 2 clear photos of damaged product in their original, unopened & sealed transparent packing and send photos and orders information to our email within 24 hours: aquariumplantsfactory@gmail.com 
      2. Please do not take picture of damaged plants, or animals in your aquarium. Once they have been introduced to your aquarium's ecosystem. It is no longer covered by our guarantee.

      Please be aware that our Live Arrival Guarantee is subject to certain conditions. Specifically, the guarantee will not be applicable in cases where the package is marked as 'invalid address', 'undeliverable' or is 'returned to sender.' This includes situations such as a vacant delivery address, a missing apartment number, or any other issues that prevent the postal service from delivering your package.

      It is crucial to provide accurate and complete shipping information to ensure the successful delivery of your order and the applicability of the Live Arrival Guarantee.

      Please keep in mind that Live Arrival Guarantee only guarantees that live stocks will be alive upon arrival. We cannot guarantee that you will continue to have success with them. Many factors, including the aquarium environment, water quality, nutrient, temperature, lighting, filter, and CO2 system, can contribute to the failure to grow live plants and live animals.

       

      WHAT WE CAN'T GUARANTEE

      Even though our plants are very clean, but we can't guarantee they will be 100% pest-free because we cannot be responsible for your aquarium. Please use it at your own risk. We recommended all customers rinse the plants with clean water and quarantine them before use.

      However, plants in tissue culture will be 100% free from pests, algae and never have been contacting with any aquarium.

      1. Due to the nature of the product. We don't guarantee our plants will be pests free. ( snails, algae, hitchhikers )
      2. We don't guarantee our plants will be free of pesticides. We use homemade, organic pesticides in our greenhouse to control pests. We do not use pesticides that contain copper. Copper is toxic to invertebrates such as aquatic snails, crabs, shrimps, etc
      3. We don't guarantee your aquarium success or are responsible for your aquarium inhabitant including but not limited to fish, shrimp, snail, turtle, etc. So please quarantine all plants when use!
      4. Unless specific, we don't guarantee aquatic plants will be grow emerged or submerge.

      Please review your state's regulations on restricted plants, as we are committed to not shipping plants that are restricted in your area. Do not release any plants into the wild or waterways, as this can harm local ecosystems by introducing invasive species.

      Your cooperation in protecting the environment is appreciated. For continuously updated information, refer to the USDA State Noxious Weed list here.

      Thank you for your responsible commitment to environmental preservation.

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      Frequently Asked Questions