• Stem plant
  • Medium
  • Medium–high light
  • CO₂: recommended

Samolus parviflorus 'Red'

Samolus parviflorus

Medium stem plant for medium and high light. It grows better with added CO₂. It is used in the midground. Growth is slow, and it is rated medium to keep.

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Samolus parviflorus Red rosettes with red leaves in a home aquarium
Samolus parviflorus Red rosettes with red leaves in a home aquarium

At a glance

Plant type
Stem plant Midground
Light
Medium, High
CO₂
Recommended
Difficulty
Medium Growth rate: Slow
Height
4–8 in (10–20 cm)
Water
Not recorded pH 6–7.5
Leaf color
  • Red
Propagation
Cuttings, Division
Botanical name
Samolus parviflorus 'Red'

In the tank

Our sources don't record anything else about this plant in the tank.

Origin

Native to Asia

Sources

Where to buy

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  • Samolus parviflorus Red rosettes with red leaves in a home aquarium
    Samolus parviflorus Red rosettes with red leaves in a home aquarium

Questions

Does Samolus parviflorus 'Red' need strong light?

Samolus parviflorus 'Red' grows in medium or high light.

Does Samolus parviflorus 'Red' need CO₂?

It grows without it, but added CO₂ helps Samolus parviflorus 'Red' grow faster and denser.

Where does Samolus parviflorus 'Red' go in the tank?

Samolus parviflorus 'Red' is used in the midground.

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