| Management number | 234720316 | Release Date | 2026/07/02 | List Price | $4.00 | Model Number | 234720316 | ||
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Cuphea anagalloidea is a lesser-known but highly attractive stem plant valued for its fine structure and soft red to pink coloration under strong light. With small, rounded leaves and compact internodes, it brings a refined, almost bonsai-like texture to planted aquariums, making it ideal for detailed nature and Dutch-style layouts.
🌿 Fine, compact growth – Adds detail without overwhelming the layout
🔴 Soft red to pink tones – Best coloration under high light and CO₂
✂️ Great for shaping – Responds very well to trimming and replanting
🎨 Unique & uncommon – A standout choice for collectors and high-end tanks
Difficulty: Medium
Light: Medium to high
CO₂: Recommended for stable growth and color
Growth Rate: Moderate
Placement: Midground to background
Temperature: 20–28 °C (68–82 °F)
pH: 5.5–7.5
Plant stems in small clusters for a bushy effect
Regular trimming encourages side shoots and tighter growth
Pairs beautifully with fine-leaf plants like Didiplis diandra, Rotala, and narrow-leaf Ludwigia
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