---
product_id: 385685915
title: "Live Plant - Alternanthera Reineckii 'Mini' Red Stem Tissue Culture Aquatic Live Aquarium Plant - 100% Snail Free in Vitro Cup (AR Mini)"
brand: "substratesource"
price: "$28.88"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 9
category: "Substrate Source"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/385685915-live-plant-alternanthera-reineckii-mini-red-stem-tissue-culture-aquatic
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
---

# Compact dense growth Vibrant red coloration 100% snail-free tissue culture Live Plant - Alternanthera Reineckii 'Mini' Red Stem Tissue Culture Aquatic Live Aquarium Plant - 100% Snail Free in Vitro Cup (AR Mini)

**Brand:** substratesource
**Price:** $28.88
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔴 Elevate your aquarium’s vibe with a splash of red brilliance!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Live Plant - Alternanthera Reineckii 'Mini' Red Stem Tissue Culture Aquatic Live Aquarium Plant - 100% Snail Free in Vitro Cup (AR Mini) by substratesource
- **How much does it cost?** $28.88 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/385685915-live-plant-alternanthera-reineckii-mini-red-stem-tissue-culture-aquatic)

## Best For

- substratesource enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted substratesource brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Lab-Grown Purity:** Tissue cultured in sterile labs to guarantee zero pests and 100% healthy plants.
- • **Easy Planting Prep:** Ships in gel for freshness—just rinse and plant to instantly upgrade your aquatic landscape.
- • **Vibrant Red Elegance:** Bright red stems that transform any aquarium into a living masterpiece.
- • **Versatile Aquarium Fit:** Perfectly sized for foreground, midground, or background placement in tanks big or small.
- • **Optimized Growth Conditions:** Thrives under medium to high light with CO2 supplementation for stunning color pop.

## Overview

The SubstrateSource Alternanthera Reineckii 'Mini' is a compact, vibrant red aquatic plant grown via sterile tissue culture to ensure pest-free, healthy growth. Ideal for all aquarium zones, it requires medium to high lighting and CO2 for optimal coloration, making it a must-have for millennial aquarists seeking a stylish, low-risk upgrade to their aquatic ecosystem.

## Description

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Review: Healthy plants happy shrimp, and fish - This plant arrived healthy, vibrant, and easy to place in my aquarium. It has been growing well and adds a beautiful natural look to the tank. My fish and red shrimp absolutely love it and spend a lot of time around it. Very happy with this purchase and would definitely order again.
Review: Don't do it. - I was really hoping to start growing grass in my aquarium. Looks like I won't be starting with this grass. I didn't even know what this was because it doesn't even look like baby dwarf tears. It looks like something babies throw up and this is what they are selling. I tried rinsing them and it just turned into a spinach substance. Save yourself the trouble and order from a LEGIT seller that wont sell you stuff like this. Unacceptable.

## Features

- Alternanthera Reineckii 'Mini' is commonly sought after for its bright and vibrant red colors.
- Its compact and dense growth allows it to be used in both large and small aquariums as either a foreground, midground or background plant, and looks great in any aquarium.
- Medium difficulty care - Requires medium to high lighting, additional Co2 for coloration, and a regular nutrient schedule.
- Tissue culture plants by SubstrateSource are grown in a state of the art laboratory specialized in propagating aquatic plants in vitro. They provide the best option to ensure that absolutely zero unwanted pests are introduced into your aquarium.
- Ships in a 2 inch cup in tissue culture gel that should be removed before planting. Simply wash the gel away or soak the plant in water and squeeze the gel off with your fingers.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09KYJY8S9 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #40,571 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #90 in Live Aquarium Plants |
| Brand | SubstrateSource |
| Brand Name | SubstrateSource |
| Color | Alternanthera Reineckii 'Mini' Red Stem |
| Customer Reviews | 3.6 out of 5 stars 637 Reviews |
| Expected Plant Height | 0.67 Feet |
| Item Type Name | Live Plant |
| Manufacturer | SubstrateSource |
| Moisture Needs | Submerged or humid environment |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Plant or Animal Product Type | Aquatic |
| Product Care Instructions | Gently Rinse off gel, split into multiple plantlets and plant as desired. |
| Soil Type | Substrate |
| Style Name | AR Mini |
| Sunlight Exposure | Medium to high light |
| UPC | 731236586258 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SubstrateSource
- **Color:** Alternanthera Reineckii 'Mini' Red Stem
- **Sunlight Exposure:** Medium to high light
- **Unit Count:** 1.0 Count
- **Product Care Instructions:** Gently Rinse off gel, split into multiple plantlets and plant as desired.
- **Expected Plant Height:** 0.67 Feet
- **Soil Type:** Substrate
- **Moisture Needs:** Submerged or humid environment
- **Number of Pieces:** 1
- **UPC:** 731236586258

## Images

![Live Plant - Alternanthera Reineckii 'Mini' Red Stem Tissue Culture Aquatic Live Aquarium Plant - 100% Snail Free in Vitro Cup (AR Mini) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61ThKFXZoXL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Healthy plants happy shrimp, and fish
*by A***C on May 20, 2026*

This plant arrived healthy, vibrant, and easy to place in my aquarium. It has been growing well and adds a beautiful natural look to the tank. My fish and red shrimp absolutely love it and spend a lot of time around it. Very happy with this purchase and would definitely order again.

### ⭐ Don't do it.
*by D***E on May 29, 2026*

I was really hoping to start growing grass in my aquarium. Looks like I won't be starting with this grass. I didn't even know what this was because it doesn't even look like baby dwarf tears. It looks like something babies throw up and this is what they are selling. I tried rinsing them and it just turned into a spinach substance. Save yourself the trouble and order from a LEGIT seller that wont sell you stuff like this. Unacceptable.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great experience!
*by T***S on December 23, 2025*

Great seller, I received great plants! They were packed well, they had great color they were all alive! I will definitely be buying from this seller again! I highly recommend this seller !

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*Store origin: US*
*Last updated: 2026-07-27*