Scientific Classification
Kingdom:Plantae
Phylum:Tracheophytes
Class:Magnoliopsida
Order:Caryophyllales
Family:Amaranthaceae
Genus:Alternanthera
Species:sessilis
IUCN Status:Least Concern
Quick Stats
Difficulty
Medium
Environment
Freshwater
Temperature
22°C - 28°C
pH Level
6 - 7.5
Water Hardness
36 - 215 ppm
Growth
Fast
Lighting
Medium - High
Max Height
20-50 cm
Placement
Midground
CO2 Requirements
Low
Water Flow
Medium Flow
About This Species
Sessile Joyweed, also known by fun names like Dwarf Copperleaf or Red Carpet Weed, is a beautiful stem plant that brings a wonderful splash of color to an aquarium. Unlike many typical green plants, it can develop shades of red, pink, and orange, making it a real eye-catcher. It's a perfect choice for the middle area of your tank, as it grows tall enough to create a lush background for your foreground plants without completely hiding what's behind it. Planting is as simple as gently pushing the stems into your aquarium's sand, soil, or gravel. While it's considered a 'medium' difficulty plant, don't let that scare you! It's a great choice for aquarists who have a little experience and want to try their hand at growing more colorful species. The main keys to success are providing it with a good quality light and keeping your water conditions stable. One of the best features of this plant is how it helps keep your tank healthy. It's fantastic at absorbing fish waste and leftover food from the water, which helps to keep the water clean and prevent unwanted algae. In return, it releases plenty of oxygen for your fish to breathe. If you give it the right care, Sessile Joyweed will reward you with vibrant color and contribute to a balanced, thriving aquarium.
Aquarium Building Information
Max Height
20-50 cm
Placement
Midground
Substrate
Sand, Gravel, Soil
Attachment Method
Substrate (roots in substrate)
Growth Requirements
Lighting
Medium - High
Growth
Fast
CO2 Requirements
Low
Water Flow
Medium Flow
plants.aquariumBenefits
Oxygen Production
High
Waste reduction
High
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