a bronze color on top of the leaf and the deep purple colored underside of the leaf. Alternanthera reineckii offers a nice contrast to the mostly green plants in an aquarium. Although most red aquarium plants are somewhat difficult to grow in an aquarium, Alternanthera reineckii is one of the easiest. With adequate light and fertilizer Alternanthera reineckii grows vigorously and with good color. Alternanthera reineckii is produced above water at the Florida Aquatic Nurseries but this means it handles shipment better and it makes an easy transition aquatic growth.