Rotala Red
Rotala sp. Red
Hard
High Light
CO2: Required
Growth Rate
Fast
Size
Medium
Position
Background
Type
Stem
Water Parameters & Requirements
Temperature
22.0-28.0°C
72-82°F
pH
5.0-6.8
Hardness (GH)
1.0-8.0 dGH
Light
High Light
CO2
Required
Care Requirements
Substrate
Required
Fertilization
Required
Pruning
Required
Recommended Products
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About
Stem with narrow blood‑red leaves; creates a strong contrast in high‑tech layouts.
Care Notes
Stable CO2, high phosphate (1.5–3 ppm), and light siphoning to prevent algae on lower nodes.
Propagation
Aggressive pruning; remove woody bases and replant vigorous tips.
Quick Summary
| Scientific Name | Rotala sp. Red |
|---|---|
| Family | Onagraceae |
| Type | Stem |
| Difficulty | Hard |
| Light | High Light |
| CO2 | Required |
| Growth | Fast |
| Position | Background |
| Size | Medium |
| Hardness | 1.0-8.0 dGH |
| Substrate | Required |
| Fertilization | Required |
| Pruning | Required |
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