Samolus Red (2 stems)
$8
Samolus Red (Samolus repens ‘Red’)
Type
- Root-feeding stem/rosette plant
- Often classified as a midground plant, but small specimens can be foreground in large tanks.
Description
- Color: Vibrant reddish-pink to orange hues, especially under strong lighting and CO₂
- Leaves: Rounded, slightly spoon-shaped leaves; tight compact growth
- Growth: Compact and bushy when grown emersed; slightly taller and looser submerged
- Height: 2–5 inches typically
Care
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Feature |
Details |
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Light |
Medium to high — more red coloration with intense light |
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COâ‚‚ |
Strongly recommended for vibrant color and compact growth |
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Substrate |
Nutrient-rich (active soil or root tabs if inert substrate used) |
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Fertilization |
Needs consistent macros and micros, especially iron for color |
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Temperature |
68–78°F (20–26°C) |
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pH |
6.0–7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral) |
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Growth rate |
Moderate — not super fast, but not slow either |
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Placement |
Midground or clustered for color contrast in scapes |
Plant is sold emersed. Picture is of the plant after converted to submersed form.