{"product_id":"lagenandra-meeboldii-red","title":"Lagenandra meeboldii 'Red'","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eLagenandra meeboldii\u003c\/i\u003e 'Red' is a striking, broad-leaved aquatic aroid prized for its rich coppery-pink, violet, and deep reddish hues. Serving as an exceptional centerpiece or midground plant, it brings a unique color palette and texture reminiscent of terrestrial aroids directly into the freshwater aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShort Description \u0026amp; Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLagenandra meeboldii\u003c\/i\u003e 'Red' is a hardy, rosette-forming rhizomatous plant that introduces distinct bronze-red tones to the aquarium midground. Similar in care requirements to popular Cryptocoryne species, it is well-suited for beginner aquarists looking to incorporate sophisticated colors without demanding and complex maintenance routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Product Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ci\u003eLagenandra meeboldii\u003c\/i\u003e 'Red'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy \/ Beginner-Friendly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlacement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMidground\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eLighting Requirement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow to Moderate (Medium light enhances red coloration)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSlow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaximum Height\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 to 12 inches (20 to 30 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: 72°F–82°F (22°C–28°C) | pH: 6.0–7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCO₂ Requirement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot strictly required, though beneficial for deeper coloration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetailed Beginner Care Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Planting \u0026amp; Placement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen introducing \u003ci\u003eLagenandra meeboldii\u003c\/i\u003e 'Red' to your aquarium, treat it similarly to a Cryptocoryne. Plant the roots securely into a nutrient-rich substrate such as aquasoil, but ensure that the horizontal stem structure (\u003cb\u003erhizome\u003c\/b\u003e) and the base of the leaf stems (\u003cb\u003ecrown\u003c\/b\u003e) remain completely uncovered and above the substrate surface. Burying the rhizome can cause the plant to suffocate and rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Lighting \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant is adaptable and survives in low-light setups, but providing moderate LED lighting alongside a quality substrate will help draw out its signature rich pinkish-red and violet tones. Because of its slow growth rate, its nutrient demands are modest; standard fish waste and a nutrient-rich substrate are often enough to sustain it, though root tabs can be added if kept in inert sand or gravel. CO₂ injection is optional and not mandatory for success.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Acclimation \u0026amp; Propagation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not be alarmed if the plant experiences minor leaf melt or shedding shortly after being introduced to a new tank; this is normal behavior for aroid aquatic plants adjusting to new water chemistry. Once established, it will steadily generate new leaves. Propagation is simple and achieved by cleanly cutting along the horizontal rhizome once the plant has matured, separating healthy daughter offsets to replant elsewhere in the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57050293600596,"sku":"ST010776","price":6.22,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1052\/5828\/7444\/files\/Lagenandrameeboldii_Red.png?v=1788803971","url":"https:\/\/www.tropicalmarineaquatic.com\/products\/lagenandra-meeboldii-red","provider":"Tropical Marine Aquatic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}