Mauve Stricta in Mesh Pot

Mauve Stricta is a unique and colourful aquatic stem plant admired for its slender leaves and soft mauve to pinkish-purple tones. Its elegant upright growth and subtle coloration make it an excellent choice for adding contrast and visual interest to planted aquariums. Supplied in a convenient mesh pot, this plant establishes easily and works beautifully in both nature-style and Dutch-style aquascapes.

Features
Slender leaves with mauve to pink-purple tones
Elegant upright stem growth
Adds subtle colour contrast to aquascapes
Supplied in a convenient mesh pot for easy planting

Scientific Name
Alternanthera stricta ‘Mauve’

Difficulty
Moderate care level. Suitable for aquarists with some experience maintaining planted aquariums.

Water Conditions
Temperature: 22 – 28°C
pH: 6.0 – 7.5
Water Hardness: 50 – 150 ppm

Placement
Ideal for midground or background planting to create colourful accents and layered depth.

Growth Rate
Moderate growth rate. Benefits from nutrient-rich substrates, regular fertilisation, and CO₂ supplementation for best colour and growth.

Lighting
Thrives under moderate to high lighting. Strong lighting enhances its mauve and pink coloration while encouraging compact growth.