Description
Alternanthera 'Yellow Ivy' is a vibrant and eye-catching aquatic plant, prized for its golden-yellow to lime-green foliage and trailing growth habit. Its uniquely shaped, ivy-like leaves offer a bold contrast to darker green plants, making it a standout choice for midground or foreground placement in freshwater aquariums. This variety of Alternanthera thrives in nutrient-rich substrates, benefits from CO₂ supplementation, and performs best under moderate to high lighting, which helps maintain its vivid coloration and compact form. With proper care, 'Yellow Ivy' creates a stunning, textured display and adds a bright splash of color to any aquascape.
Features
Golden-yellow to lime-green, ivy-shaped leaves
Trailing, compact growth habit ideal for midground or foreground
Provides strong color contrast in planted aquariums
Benefits from CO₂ and consistent fertilization
Best suited for aquascapers seeking vibrant visual impact
Scientific Name
Alternanthera sp. 'Yellow Ivy'
Difficulty
Moderate; requires stable conditions and good lighting
Water Conditions
Temperature: 22 – 28°C
pH: 6.0 – 7.5
Water Hardness: 50 – 150ppm
Placement
Ideal for midground or foreground areas
Growth Rate
Moderate growth with proper nutrients and lighting
Lighting
Moderate to high lighting needed to maintain color and form
