Species - Alternanthera sessilis Common name - Red Alternaterera Position in aquarium - Background Size - 18" Difficulty - Medium Light requirements - High Notes - Like most red stem plants this species requires High light so place in the brightest area of your tank, it is a terrarium plant so has a limited lifespan submerged in the aquarium. However it can be kept underwater for a long period of time and will grow well whilst submerged!