Rare Red Samolus Parviflorus

 (Information written by Aquarzon based on actual growing experience, observations and research. Please do not copy any information or photos) 

Portion Size : 1 plant with usually around 7-10 leaves - it is a 'circular' shape midground plant as can be seen in photos
Portion Type: 100% Quality Aquarium Submersed Grown, not Outdoor Emersed Grown

Growth Speed   : Medium-Fast
Difficulty Level   : Easy
Temperature      : 10-30°C
PH Range          : 5.5-7.5
Min. Light Needs: Low-Medium
Origin                 : America

This Samolus Parviflorus Red variant is a rare aquarium plant which can grow red leaves when grown under higher lighting. 

Aquarzon's long-term observations indicate that the red variant is different to the standard green variant. After growing both types for over a year, it is observed that the green variant is not able to grow red leaves even when grown under high lighting. 

Aquarzon finds it to be very easy to grow and suitable for low tech tanks. However, it would usually grow greener in low tech tanks. In high-tech tanks (with high lighting), it is considered relatively easy to achieve red colouration when sufficient nutrients especially iron is provided. 

Aquarzon recommends this plant for almost all aquarium types especially those which need a very easy plant for the midground to background area. 

Our method of propagation is by division. 

This plant grown by Aquarzon is 100% submersed grown indoor and is very clean, free from weeds and outdoor pests. Our indoor grown stock is in very healthy condition and ready to be planted straight in an aquarium.


Photo below under RGB LED (MakeMyLed RGB LED) lighting:



Photo below under RGB LED lighting:

Photo below under mostly white/soft white lighting:



Close up photos of leaves below: