RTG Alternanthera Rosanervig

RTG Alternanthera Rosanervig (Medium Tech)

RTG Alternanthera Rosanervig is a vibrant stem plant admired for its striking reddish-purple leaves that bring bold color to any aquascape. Its upright growth and dense foliage make it an excellent choice for midground or background planting, creating a dramatic and eye-catching display.

Instructions:

1. Make sure you understand how to grow aquatic plants

• Click/tap >>HERE<< to view our easy guide explaining the needs of aquatic plants.

2. Planting Instructions for the RTG Althernanthera Rosernavig:

• Firstly, remove the plant from the tissue culture container.
• Gently rinse off any gel or residue from the roots using tap or dechlorinated water.
• Carefully separate the individual stems or plants, taking care not to damage the roots.
• Using tweezers, plant the stems into your substrate, spacing them as needed for growth.
• Avoid handling the roots roughly to prevent tearing or breaking.

3. Transitioning process

• Emersed to submersed growth in your aquarium.
• Provide good water conditions for your plants.
• Dose a respectable aquatic fertilizer for your plants, follow the instructions from the manufacturer.
• Make sure you have the correct lighting spectrum.
• Prune dead leaves and stems constantly.
• A Co2 system is a good addition to your aquarium for the plants to flourish.
• Conduct 20-30% water changed once a week to ensure good water conditions.
• Patience is key for the transition to take place.

Care Requirements:

• Water Parameters:
  Temperature: 22–28 °C
  pH Range: 6.0–7.5
  Water Hardness: 2–12 dGH

• Nutrient Requirements:
  High lighting and CO₂ supplementation are recommended for deep red-purple foliage. Regular fertilization, particularly with iron, enhances color and compact growth.

• Tank Setup:

  Perfect for midground or background placement. Plant in groups and trim frequently to maintain dense, vibrant stems.

In a few days, after placing your plants in the aquarium, you will notice some of the leaves start to melt and fall away.
This means the transition process has started. Please note the plants might look DEAD, but they are fully alive, so do not panic. Also, after a few days you will notice new growth will appear and the plant will fully change its form into submersed growth. You need to continuously trim and put a fertilizer in for the plants to thrive in your aquarium. Two good fertilizers include Easy Life – Profito and Scape Complete. All plants have specific needs but if you follow the general instructions on our labels the plant will transition well and will eventually succeed and prosper in your aquarium.

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*This is a Tissue Culture Plant. It has been grown in a sterile laboratory and is guaranteed to be snail, algae or pesticide-free. We recommend Tissue Culture Plant over Greenhouse plants for 100% client satisfaction.

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McMerwe’s comments: RTG Alternanthera Rosernavig adds bold reddish-purple color and dense, upright foliage, making it perfect for a striking midground or background display. [Rating: 5/5]