{"product_id":"alternanthera-reineckii-roseafolia-variagated","title":"Alternanthera reineckii Roseafolia Variagated","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 1.4em; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: 0.08em; color: #1a3a2a; border-bottom: 2px solid #4a7c59; padding-bottom: 8px; margin-bottom: 18px; text-transform: uppercase;\"\u003eAlternanthera reineckii Roseafolia Variegated\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 1.05em; line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 16px; color: #2c2c2c;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternanthera reineckii Roseafolia Variegated\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most visually stunning stem plants available for the planted aquarium, featuring breathtaking pink to white variegated leaf venation against a richly colored base. The striking contrast between the pale, luminous veins and the deeper pink-red leaf surface creates a pattern of extraordinary botanical beauty that makes this plant one of the most sought-after collector varieties in the hobby.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 1.05em; line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 16px; background-color: #e8f3e8; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8; padding: 14px 18px; color: #1a3a2a;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alternanthera reineckii Roseafolia Variegated grows best in high lighting with CO₂ recommended. Maintain temperatures of 72–82°F and pH 6.0–7.5. Regular liquid fertilization supports healthy growth and best coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 1.05em; line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 16px; color: #2c2c2c;\"\u003eGrowing to 8 to 16 inches, this variety is suited to midground and background placement where its dramatic leaf patterning can be displayed in groups or as an individual specimen. It responds well to regular trimming, which encourages bushy, compact growth and ensures the most vivid new growth is always prominently displayed. Trimming also prevents the plant from overshadowing lower-growing companions.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 1.05em; line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 16px; color: #2c2c2c;\"\u003eAlternanthera reineckii Roseafolia Variegated requires stable CO₂ injection and high lighting to maintain its best coloration and compact growth — without these conditions the variegated venation becomes less defined and the plant grows leggy. Temperatures between 72 and 82°F and a pH of 6.0 to 7.5 provide ideal conditions. Regular fertilization with iron and micronutrients supports the intense pigmentation throughout the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 1.05em; line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 16px; color: #2c2c2c;\"\u003eIn the aquascape, this variety is most powerful as a featured midground or background accent — a small group on a prominent section of the layout becomes an immediate focal point. The pink-white venation is particularly striking against dark substrates and alongside deep green plants where the light-colored veins create maximum contrast. It is a cornerstone plant of Dutch-style aquascapes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 1.05em; line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 24px; color: #2c2c2c;\"\u003eAlternanthera reineckii Roseafolia Variegated is for the dedicated aquarist who wants the finest colored stem plant the hobby offers. Demanding in its requirements but extraordinary in its reward.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"font-family: Georgia, serif; font-size: 1.05em; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #1a3a2a; border-top: 1px solid #c8d8c8; padding-top: 18px; margin-bottom: 14px;\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 0.92em;\"\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e8f3e8; color: #1a3a2a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e8f3e8; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #1a3a2a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003ePlacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003eMidground to Background\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e8f3e8; color: #1a3a2a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003eMax Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e8f3e8; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003e8–16 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #1a3a2a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003eLight Level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e8f3e8; color: #1a3a2a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e8f3e8; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003e72–82°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #1a3a2a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003e6.0–7.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e8f3e8; color: #1a3a2a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003eCO2 Needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e8f3e8; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003eRecommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #1a3a2a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #ffffff; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003eSouth America\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e8f3e8; color: #1a3a2a; font-weight: 600; width: 38%; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8; vertical-align: top;\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 9px 14px; background-color: #e8f3e8; color: #2c2c2c; border: 1px solid #c8dbc8;\"\u003eColor intensifies with CO₂ and high light. 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