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Ammannia senegalensis is a striking, fast-growing stem plant admired for its fiery red, copper, and orange hues. Native to West Africa, this species thrives in high-tech planted aquariums and brings intense coloration and vertical structure to any aquascape. Its narrow, pointed leaves grow in alternating pairs along sturdy stems, making it ideal for creating contrast against green backgrounds or anchoring the mid-to-background zones.
Scientific Name: Ammannia senegalensis
Common Name: Senegal Ammannia
Growth Form: Upright, vertical stem plant with narrow lanceolate leaves
Coloration: Varies from green to copper-orange to deep red under optimal conditions
Placement: Midground to background
Growth Rate: Medium to fast
CO₂ Requirement: Recommended
Light Demand: Medium to high
Lighting: High light promotes the most vibrant coloration
CO₂ Injection: Strongly recommended for dense growth and rich red tones
Temperature Range: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
pH Range: 6.0–7.5
Water Hardness: Soft to moderately hard
Nutrient Substrate: Required
Can Be Grown Emersed: Yes
Provides bold, warm coloration in Dutch or Nature-style layouts
Enhances vertical structure and contrast in planted tanks
Ideal for filling tall backgrounds or trimming into bushy midground clusters
Pairs beautifully with green or purple-toned plants for visual balance
Ammannia senegalensis propagates easily via stem cuttings. Simply cut a healthy stem and replant into substrate. Under strong light and stable CO₂/nutrient dosing, it quickly forms dense, vibrant clusters.
Available as:
Fresh-Cut Plants: Approx. 5 unrooted stems, loose for planting or propagation
Bunched Plants: Approx. 5 unrooted stems bundled with foam and plant weight
Potted Plants: Approx. 5 unrooted stems planted in rockwool and net pot
Color intensity depends on your lighting and CO₂ levels. In low-tech setups, plants may appear greenish rather than red. For best results, maintain consistent fertilization and strong lighting.
Return Policy: All sales are final
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.
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.
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.
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