Rotala Fujian
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Common Name: Fujian Rotala
Scientific Name: (Rotala rotundifolia 'Fujian')
Rotala Fujian is a captivating aquatic stem plant originating from the Fujian province in southeastern China. This variant of Rotala rotundifolia is distinguished by its broader leaves and vibrant orange to pink hues under optimal conditions. It thrives in both submerged and emersed environments, making it suitable for aquariums, paludariums, ripariums, and vivariums.
- Quick Guide
- Essentials
- Features
- Care
Quick Guide
- Growth Environment: Submerged, Emersed, Aquarium, Paludarium, Riparium, Vivarium
- Care Level: Medium
- Light Requirements: High Light
- CO2 Requirements: CO2 Recommended
- Placement: Middleground, Background
- Growth Characteristics: Moderate-Growing, Upright
- Water Parameters: Soft Water, Neutral pH
- Special Features: Colorful Foliage, Broad Leaves
- Country of Origin: Fujian Province, China
Essentials
- Light: High; intense lighting enhances its orange and pink coloration.
- Water: Prefers soft to moderately hard water with a pH of 6.0–7.5. Thrives submerged and adapts to emersed setups.
- Temperature: 72–84°F (22–29°C).
- Soil: Grows well in nutrient-rich substrate. Moist, nutrient-dense soil is ideal for emersed conditions.
- Placement: Best suited for the middleground or background in aquascapes and as a feature in ripariums or vivariums.
Features
- Size: Grows 4–12 inches tall, depending on conditions.
- Rate: Moderate to fast-growing; regular pruning is necessary.
- Foliage: Broader leaves compared to other Rotala rotundifolia variants, exhibiting light green to orange-pink hues, especially at the growing tips under optimal light.
- Flowering: Produces small flowers when grown emersed, particularly in ripariums or vivariums.
Care
- Fertilizer: Benefits from regular dosing with liquid fertilizers rich in micronutrients. CO2 supplementation is recommended to enhance growth and coloration in submerged setups.
- Pruning/Propagation: Trim stems regularly to encourage bushy growth. Propagate by cutting healthy stems and replanting them in substrate or moist soil.
- Special Tips: High humidity is essential for emersed growth. Consistent lighting and nutrient dosing help maintain vibrant coloration underwater.
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