Alternanthera ficoidea var. 'green'

Family:                                            Amaranthaceae

Native To:                                        The Americas

Lighting:                                          Strong

pH:                                                   6-8

Growth Demads:                              Moderate

Growth Form:                                   Stem

Grwoth Rate:                                    Fast

True Aquatic:                                   Terrarium

Placement In Tank:                         Midground

Available As:                                   Bunch or Potted

Alternanthera ficoidea var. 'green' submerged

Alternanthera ficoidea var. 'green' is a terrarium plant that is very decorative and sometimes used as an aquarium plant. It can only withstand being submerged for several months and must then be taken out and grown emerged for several months before being submerged again.  It is very hardy and can be used in a Cichlid tank.