Rotala Rotundifolia Red
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Common Name: Red Rotala
Scientific Name: Rotala rotundifolia 'Red'
Rotala Rotundifolia 'Red' is a striking aquatic stem plant admired for its vibrant red leaves and adaptability. Native to Southeast Asia, this plant thrives in submerged aquariums and adapts well to emersed growth, making it suitable for paludariums, ripariums, and vivariums.
- Quick Guide
- Essentials
- Features
- Care
Quick Guide
- Growth Environment: Submerged, Emersed, Aquarium, Paludarium, Riparium, Vivarium
- Care Level: Easy
- Light Requirements: High Light
- CO₂ Requirements: CO₂ Optional
- Placement: Middleground, Background
- Growth Characteristics: Fast-Growing, Upright
- Water Parameters: Soft to Moderately Hard Water, pH 6.0–7.5
- Special Features: Colorful Foliage, Red Hue
- Country of Origin: Southeast Asia
Essentials
- Light: High; intense lighting is essential to enhance red coloration.
- Water: Prefers soft to moderately hard water with a pH of 6.0–7.5. Thrives submerged and adapts to emersed conditions.
- Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C).
- Soil: Requires nutrient-rich substrate for optimal growth. Moist, nutrient-dense soil is ideal for emersed conditions.
- Placement: Best suited for the middleground or background, providing a vibrant splash of color in aquascapes.
Features
- Size: Grows 8–20 inches (20–50 cm) tall, depending on conditions.
- Rate: Fast-growing; regular pruning is necessary to maintain shape.
- Foliage: Narrow, lance-shaped leaves that transition from green to vibrant red under high light. Emersed leaves are broader and often greener.
- Flowering: Produces small, pale pink flowers when grown emersed, particularly in ripariums or vivariums.
Care
- Fertilizer: Requires regular liquid fertilizers rich in iron and micronutrients. CO₂ supplementation is recommended for submerged setups to enhance growth and coloration.
- Pruning/Propagation: Trim stems regularly to prevent overcrowding and encourage bushy growth. Propagate by cutting healthy stems and replanting them in substrate or moist soil.
- Special Tips: Ensure consistent high lighting and nutrient dosing to maintain its vibrant red coloration. Avoid shading by taller plants.
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