🌿 Limnophila sp. 'Belem' – Aromatic Red Beauty

Limnophila sp. 'Belem' — also known as Limnophila aromatica ‘Red’ — is a stunning and aromatic stem plant that brings vivid red and purple hues to any aquascape. Native to Southeast Asia, this plant is highly valued for its delicate feathery leaves and its beautiful color transformation under strong lighting and CO₂-enriched conditions.

At Aquarium Plants Factory®, we cultivate this species in its emersed form, where the leaves are primarily green. Once transitioned into submerged growth, it develops vibrant reddish-pink to purple tones, making it a true centerpiece in high-end aquascapes.

🌟 Key Features

• Scientific Name: Limnophila sp. 'Belem'
• Synonym: Limnophila aromatica ‘Red’
• Common Name: Aromatic Red Limnophila
• Family Name: Plantaginaceae
• Native To: Southeast Asia
• Growth Form: Fine-leaved stem plant
• Coloration: Green (emersed) → Red to Purple (submerged, high light)
• Lighting: Medium to high intensity promotes full coloration
• Requirements: Moderate to demanding – responds best to CO₂ and nutrient-rich substrate
• Growth Rate: Moderate

🌱 Growth & Propagation

• Lighting Needs: Medium to high for strong color development
• CO₂ & Fertilization: Recommended for lush, vibrant growth
• Spacing: Plant stems 1–2 inches apart to allow light and flow
• Substrate: Prefers nutrient-rich base or regular liquid fertilization
• Can Be Grown Emersed: Yes, cultivated emersed at Aquarium Plants Factory®

🖼️ Aquascaping Benefits

• Striking red to purple coloration ideal for Dutch or Nature-style aquascapes
• Creates soft texture and visual movement with its fine leaf structure
• Excellent as a mid or background accent to contrast green plants

📦 What You’ll Receive

• Fresh Cut Plants: Includes 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 in a net pot with rockwool, providing stability and healthy growth.

⚠️ Transition Note

Emersed-grown leaves may melt during transition. This is normal. Once adapted, new submerged leaves will emerge with brilliant red and purple coloration under proper lighting and CO₂.

🚫 State Restrictions Notice ♻️

Be a responsible aquatic plant owner. Certain aquatic plants may be restricted or regulated in some U.S. states. Always check your local regulations before purchasing or introducing plants into natural waterways. Never release aquarium plants into the wild.

 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.