Ammannia Gracillis is a graceful stem plant that can add a splash of color to your planted aquarium. When treated with the proper light and nutrients, Ammannia gracilis displays wavy leaves that can be blush red to pale green, depending on the light and nutrients available. They make beautiful midground or background accents, especially when contrasted with green foliage. These plants need lots of light, and when given enough will grow tall quickly. Ammannia gracilis can be planted into the substrate and grown emersed or submersed. The emersed plant is hardier and easier to care for and can blossom small, purple flowers from the top leaves of the plant.
Ammannia gracilis will display a beautiful color given the proper conditions. It is recommended to supplement iron and micronutrients for these plants to see the best growth and color. They will also exhibit the best color when nitrates are low, but phosphate and micronutrients are high. Ammannia gracilis will grow best with CO2 levels around 25-30ppm. Soft and acidic water is preferred, but this plant is hardy and can adapt well to extreme conditions. Without sufficient lighting, the plant will become pale green and lose its bottom leaves.
To propagate, cut the newest growth from the base of the stem, and re-plant into the substrate. For pruning, and if you’d like a bushier shape to your Ammannia Gracillis, cut off the leafy, robust top half and re-plant into the substrate.
Notes:
- Do not make drastic changes to the aquarium. Unstable parameters will result in melt and rotting of the aquarium plant.
- Tissue culture plants are grown in vitro from a state of the art laboratory specialized in propagating aquatic plants. They provide the best option for those who want to ensure that absolutely zero unwanted pests are introduced into the aquarium.
- Remove tissue culture gel before planting. Simply wash the gel away or soak the plant in water and squeeze the gel off with your fingers.
- Do not make drastic changes to the aquarium. Unstable parameters will result in melt and rotting of the aquarium plant.
- For instructions on how to properly plant tissue culture aquarium plants, click here.
- CO2 injection will yield better growth.
- Please research appropriately to ensure your plant thrives.
Family Name: Lythraceae
Origin: West Africa
Height: 5-8”
pH: 5-7.5, adaptable
Care: Medium to Difficult
Light: High
Co2: Recommended
Propagation: Cut new growth from main stem, plant into substrate
Growth rate: Fast
