This red leaved stem plant can be found in many different leaf forms and shades of colour. The top leaf colour may vary from olive green to brown, while the underside is pink red. A good source of CO2 and a strong light will help intensify the red colour. The plant is easy to care for given the right conditions.

ORIGIN: South America
MAX HEIGHT: Up to 50cm
GROWTH RATE: Medium to fast
AREA: Background, Midground
LIGHT: Bright to very bright. More light will increase health and colour
TEMP: 22-28C
CO2: Suitable in CO2 and NON CO2 tanks
PH: 5-7
DIFFICULTY: Medium
WATER HARDNESS: Soft to hard