Ammania Gracilis

Ammania Gracilis (Ammannia gracilis)

Ammania Gracilis is a vibrant, eye-catching stem plant admired for its graceful, elongated leaves and vivid color transitions. With the right lighting and care, it displays stunning shades of green, pink, and red, making it a standout addition to any freshwater aquascape.

Key Features

• Color-Changing Foliage: Shifts from green to pinkish-red under high lighting conditions.

• Elegant Growth: Produces slender, pointed leaves that add vertical movement and fine texture.

• Aquascaping Versatility: Perfect for midground to background planting, creating strong visual impact.

• Moderate Growth Rate: Grows steadily, offering manageable maintenance and shaping opportunities.

• Dynamic Contrast: Enhances the depth and vibrancy of planted tanks when paired with green plants.

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Ammannia gracilis

• Common Names: Ammania Gracilis, Red Ammania

• Care Level: Intermediate

• Lighting Requirement: Medium to High

• CO₂ Requirement: Recommended

• Growth Rate: Moderate

• Placement: Midground to Background

• Maximum Height: 12+ inches (30+ cm)

• Water Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)

• pH Range: 6.0–7.5

• Water Hardness: Soft to Moderately Hard

Planting & Care Tips

• Substrate: Plant in nutrient-rich substrate to support robust root growth and vibrant leaf color.

• Lighting: Medium to high light intensifies coloration and supports compact, healthy growth.

• CO₂ and Fertilization: Supplement with CO₂ and maintain regular macro and micronutrient dosing, particularly iron.

• Maintenance: Trim tops regularly to encourage bushier growth and prevent the lower stems from thinning out.

• Water Conditions: Maintain stable temperatures and slightly soft to moderately hard water for best results.

Aquascaping Inspiration

Ammania Gracilis brings bold vertical accents and vibrant colors to aquascapes. It is ideal for nature-style, jungle-style, or Dutch layouts, adding dramatic highlights that create visual flow and rich layering within planted aquariums.