🌿 Cabomba Super Magenta – Rare Purple Cabomba Stem Plant
Cabomba Super Magenta is one of the most striking stem plants available in the aquarium hobby. This rare variant of Cabomba furcata has been carefully selected for its deep purple and neon-magenta coloration, offering a color profile rarely seen in aquatic plants. Unlike typical red Cabomba varieties, this strain displays a true violet tone, creating an extraordinary contrast when paired with vibrant green aquascapes.
Its delicate fan-shaped foliage forms soft, bushy stems that sway gently in the current, producing a lush underwater forest effect. When grown under strong lighting, the upper tips can develop an intense glowing magenta bloom, making it a dramatic focal plant for high-end aquascapes.
🌟 Key Features
Scientific Name: Cabomba furcata var. "Super Magenta"
Common Names: Purple Cabomba, Magenta Furcata (Rare Variant)
• Rare Purple Coloration: Displays deep violet to neon-magenta tones rather than the typical red seen in standard Cabomba varieties.
• Fine Feathered Leaves: Needle-like fan foliage creates a soft, elegant texture that enhances aquascape depth.
• Fast-Growing Stem Plant: Quickly fills background areas and creates dense plant groupings.
• High-Impact Visual Contrast: The intense purple coloration stands out beautifully against green aquatic plants.
🌱 Growth & Propagation
Lighting: High lighting recommended to maintain strong purple coloration.
CO₂: Recommended for optimal bushiness and vibrant color development.
Growth Method: Stem plant that propagates easily through trimming and replanting.
Nutrient Substrate: Not required, but nutrient-rich substrates will improve growth.
Can Be Grown Emersed: No
Regular trimming encourages fuller growth and helps maintain dense, healthy clusters.
🖼️ Aquascaping Benefits
• Background Accent Plant: Perfect for background placement in aquascapes.
• Creates Depth and Texture: Fine foliage adds softness and movement to planted tanks.
• Stunning Color Contrast: The rare purple tones highlight green carpets, mosses, and foreground plants.
For best results, plant 3–5 stems together to form a vibrant magenta cluster.
📦 What You’ll Receive
Fresh, healthy Cabomba Super Magenta cultivated and prepared by Aquarium Plants Factory®, available in convenient planting formats:
Fresh Cut Plants: Approximately 6 loose, fresh-cut stems without roots.
Fresh Cut Bunched: Approximately 6 stems bundled with foam and a plant weight for easy placement.
Fresh Cut Potted: About 6 stems potted securely in a net pot with rockwool for stability and easy planting.
⚠️ Disclaimer
Aquarium plants may experience minor leaf loss, melting, or transition stress after shipping as they adjust to new aquarium conditions. This is normal for many aquatic species and new growth will develop once the plant adapts to its environment.
🚫 State Restrictions Notice ♻️ Be a Responsible Aquatic Plants Owner.
Certain aquatic plants may be restricted or regulated in some U.S. states. Always check your local and state regulations before purchasing or introducing plants into natural waterways. Never release aquarium plants into the wild.
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:
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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:
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Alaska
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Hawaii
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Puerto Rico
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Guam
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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:
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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:
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Aquarium Plants Factory covers 50% of the replacement cost
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The customer covers 50% plus shipping
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may not be eligible for a refund.
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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:
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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.
- 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.
Customers praised this aquatic plant for vibrant purple color and healthy arrival. Most said "plants arrived in great condition" with minimal shipping damage. Fast growth reported within days. Some noted color inconsistency, arriving green instead of purple. One delivery issue reported. Plants enhance aquarium appearance, improve water quality, and fish enjoy them.
- The colors are so vibrant - this plant came in shipped not melted & leaves were all intact
- Showing growth tips after less than a week - great to see!
- Came bright purple not green. In a week it's doubled in size.
J
Showing growth tips after less than a week - great to see!
S
I am very satisfied with these aquarium plants. They look vibrant and natural in the tank, instantly improving the overall appearance of my aquarium. The plants were well packaged and arrived in great condition, with no damage or discoloration.They were easy to place and settled quickly into the substrate. My fish seem to enjoy swimming around and hiding among the plants, which has helped reduce stress and create a more natural environment. The plants also provide added benefits by improving water quality and supporting a healthier ecosystem.
Overall, these aquarium plants are a great addition to any freshwater aquarium. They are attractive, functional, and beginner-friendly. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking to enhance their tank’s appearance and provide a better habitat for their fish.
C
I originally purchased these Cabomba Piauhyensis (Purple Cabomba) without researching that they needed a substrate. However, I simply added them to the water as floating plants anyway. After over three weeks they continue to survive. They likely will die but maybe not---they are spreading out like Hornwort. In all-day indirect light they have brightened, with some very tiny parts matching aspect of the vibrant photos, but most of them are more of a muted red. My betta have started picking at them and seem to enjoy them as food. I can tell that some are becoming compromised by being nibbled on, but others are opening up and taking up space and seem to be flourishing. The uploaded photograph i a backlighted with some distracting color in the background but I purposely did not manipulate the image
P
My plants arrived dead. I'm looking for a reshipment or refund. Please respond
C
The stems came with beautiful color and have already grown quite a bit inland gotten much fluffier. I’m having a bit of trouble getting them to root, so they often float around the tank, but they seem to be doing well otherwise! Pictured day one and day seven.
d
This plant was super cool. Came bright purple not green like a lot of non green colored plants. I split the stems into two separate tanks and they took off. In a week it's doubled in size. Would recommend this plant.
M
Plants arrived within 5 business days and alive in an insulted box. I only removed 1 star because the cuttings I received were not as vibrant/bright as the others shown and listed.
S
First of all it was well shipped to us. We live in Hawaii where the heat & humidity is no jest so other plant companies won’t mentioned names but our plants come in melted where we try to get it reshipped to us and it melts again so we end up getting refunds but as for APF you guys are the best everything came in marvelous. The colors are so vibrant on the plants but this one blew my mind away. As delicate of a plant it wasn’t melted & leaves were all intact I COULDNT BELIEVE MY EYES HOW GORGEOUS THIS PLANT CAME IN SHIPPED not too mention free of snails. Thank god. Highly recommended to order this plant if you want a purple/reddish plant in your aquascape this is the aquatic plant to order.
C
These plants are very dark and beautiful. And what a generous bunch! I keep coming back to the seller whenever I need more plants to change up my aquascapes.
A
Added allot to the tank.
F
The colors on this plant are so beautiful. One of my favorite plants.
N
Received fresh and healthy but is green not same color on a picture.
A
The plants I got were insanely well packaged and came healthy and alive!
S
Beautiful plants
O
Great plants
O
Awesome looking right out of the box.
C
This is a nice plant to add variety to your aqua space and they seem fairly hardy (but more delicate than the all green variety). I keep bettas and keep the Cabomba Piauhyensis (Purple Cabomba) floating. I do not keep a substrate and I mix them with the all green version and an assortment of plants. One effect that they have is cause the bettas to seem less prominent and a bit camouflaged when they are among the plants because the purple and it dark values connects to the bettas that I have, but I like this effect. However, other keepers might not. All that said, I have seen other reviews and their images. One person shows their appearance planted in a row in the substrate and I agree that they look leggy. They might look better as a bunch in the substrate unless they are fast growers. In short, they work fine for my purpose of adding variety in my floating plants but be aware that their stem's straight form is not very graceful in the water.
M
So pretty!!
H
Great color, minimal melt from a plant prone to shipping melt.
C
Good sized plants arrived in perfect condition!
P
These stems arrived well packaged and super quick. The cabombas were thick and full and very few leaves fell off when I rinsed the plant off. The stems were a little floppy at first, but 24 hours later, they were standing tall. Very happy.
Z
Received the plants very healthy looking great and they are growing like crazy. will buy from Aquarium Plant factory again!!!!
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Cabomba Piauhyensis (Purple Cabomba)
L
Great seller who stands by their product. Good communication, thank you!
G
I have purchased from this seller several times here at their website and EB and I rarely have had issues but the seller immediately takes care of any problems.
Plants are shipped and packaged properly, most of the time I have received very good specimens and overall I am satisfied; Will definitely keep buying from them when needed, I am a difficult person to deal with and I DO recommend them.
Thank you.
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