Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’ – Tissue Culture Aquarium Plant

Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’ is a compact, slow-growing tissue culture plant prized for its rich red to violet coloration and small leaf structure. This miniature variety is ideal for nano aquariums, foreground placement, or detailed aquascapes where controlled growth and fine texture are essential.

Grown and delivered as a 1-2-Grow! tissue culture, these plants are cultivated in a sterile laboratory environment and are guaranteed free from snails, algae, and pesticides—making them completely safe for shrimp, delicate fish, and sensitive planted tanks.

With proper lighting, nutrients, and CO₂, Alternanthera ‘Mini’ can be trimmed into a dense, low-growing carpet approximately 2–4 inches (5–10 cm) tall, offering exceptional color contrast in aquascapes.

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Key Features

Compact Red-Violet Growth
Miniature leaves with deep red to purple tones create bold contrast.

Tissue Culture Cleanliness
100% snail-free, algae-free, and pesticide-free.

Perfect for Foreground Use
Ideal for small tanks or detailed foreground layouts in larger aquariums.

Slow, Controlled Growth
Maintains shape well with trimming and resists overgrowing.

High Plant Count per Cup
Each cup contains many plantlets that can be divided and spread over a wide area.

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Benefits

Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’ offers intense color without aggressive growth. The tissue culture format allows aquarists to introduce a large number of healthy plants at once, resulting in faster coverage and a more uniform aquascape. When provided with strong light and CO₂, it develops into a dense, eye-catching carpet or low bush with excellent long-term stability.

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Care Guide

Light
High lighting recommended for best color and compact growth.

CO₂
Strongly recommended to maintain red coloration and healthy structure.

Substrate
Nutrient-rich substrate preferred; benefits from root fertilization.

Water Parameters
Stable freshwater conditions with regular fertilization.

Growth Rate
Slow

Maintenance Level
Moderate

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Planting Instructions (Tissue Culture)

1. Remove the plant from the cup

2. Rinse thoroughly under running water to remove gel

3. Divide into 6–8 small portions using clean scissors

4. Plant individual portions into the substrate with tweezers

5. Allow time for rooting and lateral growth

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Perfect For

• Nano aquariums
• Foreground placement
• High-tech planted tanks
• CO₂-enriched aquascapes
• Shrimp and sensitive livestock tanks
• Detailed aquascaping layouts

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Why Choose Alternanthera reineckii ‘Mini’?

• Vibrant red-violet coloration
• Compact, controlled growth habit
• Clean tissue culture—no pests or algae
• Excellent carpet or low bush plant
• Ideal for precision aquascaping
• High success rate with proper care

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Important Notes

Tissue culture plants require proper lighting, fertilization, and CO₂ for best results. Color intensity and growth density depend on tank conditions. Plants are delivered very young and will continue developing after planting. Images are for reference only.

At Canton Aquatics LLC, we take great pride in providing high-quality live aquarium plants to our customers. We understand the complexities involved in shipping live plants and are committed to ensuring they arrive at your doorstep in excellent condition.

Shipping Process:

• All live plants are shipped using USPS Standard and Priority Mail to provide the fastest and most reliable service.
• Plants are typically shipped Monday - Friday to avoid weekend delays.
• Each plant is carefully packaged in sealed plastic bags to hold in moisture during the shipping process.

DOA (Dead on Arrival) Policy:

• If you receive plants that are dead on arrival, please contact us within 2 hours of delivery with clear photographic evidence.
• Upon receipt of the photos, we will assess the situation. If the plants are determined to be DOA, we will replace or provide refund.
• For a valid DOA claim, replacements or refunds will be processed within 2 business days after the claim is approved.
• Please keep in mind that all plants require sun light to live therefore your plants may arrive slightly yellow.  Please float your plants at the top of your tank near the light for 3 days if applicable.  They will enjoy this new added light intensity to help them recover.

Limitations and Responsibilities:

• The DOA policy is only applicable if the first delivery attempt is made within the shipping duration specified at the time of purchase.
• Delays due to incorrect shipping information provided by the customer or missed deliveries will void the DOA guarantee.
• Extreme weather conditions can impact the health of the plants in transit. We recommend checking the weather forecasts and choosing a shipping window accordingly.
• It is the responsibility of the customer to acclimate the plants to their new environment according to best practices. Our DOA policy does not cover plants that perish due to improper acclimation.

Cancellation and Changes:

• Orders can only be cancelled or changed before they are shipped. Once the order is in transit, we cannot accept cancellations or changes.

Customer Support:

• If you have any questions or concerns regarding our shipping policy or the condition of your plants upon arrival, please contact our customer support team at [Contact Information].

By placing an order with Canton Aquatics LLC, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this shipping policy.

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