Rotala Rotundifolia Green
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Rotundifolia Green
Rotala rotundifolia 'Green'
Rotala rotundifolia ‘Green’ is a fast-growing stem plant popular for its fresh green foliage that maintains its color even under high light. Native to Southeast Asia, it is versatile, adaptable, and ideal for creating lush background or midground plant groupings in aquascapes.
- Quick Guide
- Essentials
- Features
- Care
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Growth Environment: Submerged, Emersed, Aquarium, Paludarium, Riparium
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Care Level: Moderate
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Light Requirements: Moderate Light
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CO₂ Requirements: CO₂ Recommended
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Placement: Midground, Background
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Growth Characteristics: Fast-Growing, Stem Plant
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Water Parameters: Soft to Moderately Hard Water, pH 6.0–7.5
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Special Features: Stays bright green in various lighting conditions
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Country of Origin: Southeast Asia
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Light: Moderate to high for compact, dense leaf growth
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Water: Prefers soft to moderately hard, clean water
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Temperature: 68–82°F (20–28°C)
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Soil: Nutrient-rich substrate supports faster growth, though it can feed from the water column
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Placement: Best used in background or midground for depth and greenery
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Size: Can grow up to 50 cm tall
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Rate: Rapid growth, especially with CO₂ supplementation
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Foliage: Rounded, bright green leaves in opposite pairs along stems
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Flowering: Small pink flowers on emersed stems in optimal conditions
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Fertilizer: Benefits from regular liquid fertilization and root tabs
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CO₂: Recommended to maintain vibrant growth and avoid legginess
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Pruning/Propagation: Trim tops often to encourage bushiness; replant cuttings for propagation
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Special Tips: Regular trimming prevents shading of lower leaves and maintains plant density
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