Cuphea Anagalloidea

Cuphea anagalloidea – Delicate Red Stem Accent Plant

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.

Why You’ll Love It

• 🌿 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

Care Requirements

• 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

Aquascaping Tips

• 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