Description
Plant Profile
Ammania Gracilis is a graceful and large-statured aquatic stem plant native to the tropical riverbanks and wetlands of West Africa. Celebrated for its opposing, wavy-edged leaves that arch elegantly from sturdy central stems, this species is highly valued for bringing warm sunset hues to planted tanks. Depending on light levels and nutrient availability, its foliage displays a stunning spectrum ranging from pale olive-green to blushing pink, salmon, and deep copper-red. Reaching 5 to 8+ inches in height, Ammania Gracilis makes an extraordinary midground centerpiece or background accent when contrasted against bright green foliage.
Tissue Culture cups ensure your aquascape gets a super clean starting point. Lab‑grown and fully sterile, it arrives without pests, snails, duckweed, or any unwanted algae. It’s the go‑to option for anyone who wants peace of mind when adding fresh greenery to a carefully maintained setup.
Key Features & Benefits
Elegantly arching, wavy-edged leaves display a vibrant blend of blushing pink, salmon, and deep copper-red.
Versatile in submerged aquariums, open-top paludariums, and bog gardens, blooms purple flowers emersed.
Care & Planting Instructions
Thoroughly wash away the nutrient gel from the roots with your fingers before parting it out into manageable portions.
Use fine-tip pinsettes to plant small stem clusters 1 inch apart into aquarium soil.
Provide high-intensity lighting. Pressurized CO2 injection (25–30 ppm) alongside elevated phosphates, rich micronutrients/iron, and lean nitrates will yield the most vibrant pink and red leaf coloration. See our guide to growing red aquarium plants.
Maintain stable water parameters and avoid sudden environmental shifts to prevent leaf melt or stem rotting.
Trim main stem tops with straight scissors once stems reach the desired height, and replant trimmings directly into substrate to propagate and expand coverage. Read our trimming & propagation guide for details.
Quick Facts
Listed information should be treated as general guidelines only. Team Buce Plant encourages you to do thorough research to ensure healthy growth!
Attribute
Specification
Scientific Name
Ammannia gracilis
Common Name(s)
Ammannia gracilis, Large Ammania, Red/Pink Ammania, Delicate Ammania
Family
Lythraceae
Plant Type / Taxonomy
Stem Plant
Care Difficulty
Medium to Difficult
Light Requirement
High (Essential to prevent bottom leaf loss)
CO2 Requirement
Recommended (25–30 ppm yields best health and color)
Placement / Usage
Midground / Background Accent
Height / Size
5–8”+
Growth Rate
Fast
Water Parameters
pH 5.0–7.5 (Soft, acidic water preferred)
Propagation Method
Cuttings (Cut stem tops or lateral shoots and replant)
Origin
West Africa
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why are the lower leaves falling off my stem plants?
Lower leaf loss (leggy stems) usually occurs when lighting cannot reach the bottom of the plant due to overcrowding or shading from larger plants. Spacing individual stems slightly apart during initial planting and maintaining strong light penetration will keep lower leaves healthy.
2. How do I bring out the blush-pink and red colors on Ammania Gracilis?
Achieving vibrant pink and red foliage on Ammannia gracilis requires high-intensity lighting, pressurized CO2 (25–30 ppm), soft acidic water, and consistent dosing of liquid micronutrients and iron. Maintaining lower nitrate levels alongside elevated phosphates also encourages deeper color saturation.
3. How do I prepare Ammannia Gracillis Aquatic Farmer Tissue Culture before planting?
Carefully remove the gel from the roots by washing the plant in a bowl of room-temperature water or gently rinsing it under a tap. Once the gel is removed, separate the dense cluster into smaller clumps or individual stems and plant them into substrate using fine pinsettes.
