{"product_id":"alternanthera-bettzickiana-red-red-joyweed-or-calico-plant","title":"Alternanthera Bettzickiana 'Red' (Red Joyweed or Calico Plant)","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlternanthera bettzickiana 'Red' (also known as Red Joyweed or Calico Plant) is a popular, vibrant perennial herb famous for its striking pink-to-red stems and variegated foliage. It is widely used by hobbyists in aquariums, terrariums, and high-humidity vivariums because it adapts well to both submerged and emersed growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowth Environments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquarium Care (Submerged)Coloration: Leaves display deep green, glossy textures with light pink or red highlights. Under intense lighting, the leaves turn a rich, deep red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNutrients: Benefits greatly from root fertilizers and liquid iron supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrimming: Regular pruning helps maintain a bushy, compact shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcclimation Note: When purchased in its emersed (out-of-water) form, old leaves may melt away as new underwater growth takes over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTerrarium \u0026amp; Paludarium Care (Emersed)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumidity: Thrives in high-humidity setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil: Prefers nutrient-rich, moist substrate or fine gravel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVersatility: Exceptionally hardy and easy to grow when kept damp out of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePropagation \u0026amp; Safety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePropagation: Very easy to propagate. Cut the upper stems and replant them back into the substrate. New roots form quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFauna Safety: Completely shrimp-safe, snail-free, and pest-free when bought from clean, tissue-cultured, or quarantined lines.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jasmin Aquatics Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53444372234537,"sku":null,"price":10.5,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/4325\/2521\/files\/Micro-Pellets_20260822_234745_0000.png?v=1787428160","url":"https:\/\/jasminaquaticsstore.com\/products\/alternanthera-bettzickiana-red-red-joyweed-or-calico-plant","provider":"Jasmin Aquatics Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}