Ammannia Gracilis, also known as Large Ammannia, Red Ammannia, or Pink Ammannia, is a stunning stem plant that has been popular among aquarists for years. Often mislabeled as Nesaea crassicaulis in trade, true Ammannia crassicaulis is a similar species that turns yellowish-green to reddish under water but is no longer commonly farmed as an aquarium plant.
Here at Aquarium Plants Factory, we cultivate Ammannia Gracilis emerged. When grown emerged, the leaves are green, but they change to a vibrant red color when adapted to submerged life.
Key Features:
- Vibrant Colors: Ammannia Gracilis is renowned for its brilliant red and pink hues, which are particularly vibrant under high lighting conditions. When grown emersed, its leaves are green, but they transform to a rich red when submerged.
- Distinctive Leaves: This plant has thin, elongated leaves that grow up to 12 cm long underwater. The leaves are brown-red on top and violet underneath, adding to its unique appearance.
Optimal Growing Conditions:
- Lighting: Requires high lighting to achieve its vibrant colors. Medium lighting may result in a more yellow or greenish appearance.
- CO2 and Nutrients: While CO2 supplementation is not mandatory, it is highly recommended for optimal growth and coloration. Regular fertilization with macro and micronutrients supports its rapid growth.
- Water Parameters: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral water with a pH range of 5.0-7.5. Ideal water temperatures are between 72-82°F (22-28°C). It enjoys temperatures over 24°C but can tolerate up to 32°C.
- Soft Water: Rather soft water is beneficial, though it can also thrive in medium-hard water with CO2 supplementation.
Planting and Propagation:
- Substrate: Plant in a nutrient-rich substrate to ensure robust growth. Ammannia Gracilis thrives best when spaced about 2 inches apart to allow for proper light penetration.
- Propagation: Easily propagated through stem cuttings. Cut healthy stems and replant them in the substrate. This plant is also propagated by stem-tip and side-shoot cuttings.
Care and Maintenance:
- Pruning: Regular trimming is essential to prevent the plant from overshadowing other species in the aquarium. Trim the plant when it reaches 4-6 inches below the water surface to encourage bushier growth.
- Water Flow: Avoid high water flow areas as Ammannia Gracilis prefers still or slow-moving water environments.
Benefits:
- Aesthetic Appeal: The vibrant colors and unique growth pattern of Ammannia Gracilis make it an excellent focal point or background plant in aquascapes. It looks best as a group in the middle of larger aquariums and works nicely for "plant streets" in Dutch-style tanks.
- Easy Care: Despite its requirement for high lighting and CO2, it is relatively easy to care for with the right setup, making it suitable for both novice and experienced aquarists.
Conclusion:
Elevate your aquarium with the stunning Ammannia Gracilis. Its vibrant red and pink colors, combined with its graceful growth pattern, make it a must-have for any aquascape enthusiast. With proper care and maintenance, Ammannia Gracilis will transform your aquarium into a vivid underwater paradise.
- 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 lead 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.
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Scientific Name |
Ammannia Gracilis |
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Synonyms |
Ammania Gracilis |
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Common Name |
Large Ammannia, Red Ammannia, or Pink Ammannia |
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Placement |
Midground / Background |
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CO2 |
Not Required |
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Growth Rates |
Medium |
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Difficulty Level |
Easy |
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Nutrient Substrate |
Required |
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Can it grow emerged? |
Yes |
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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.
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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.
- 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
- 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.
- Due to the nature of the product. We don't guarantee our plants will be pests free. ( snails, algae, hitchhikers )
- 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
- 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!
- 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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