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Rotala Rotundifolia Stem Plant Care
Rotala rotundifolia
Grow Rotala Rotundifolia for pink and green stems. This versatile plant adds color to any aquascape background.
Easy Care
- Light
- High
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Placement
- Background
Overview
Rotala Rotundifolia is a versatile stem plant known for its round leaves and ability to shift from green to pink under strong lighting. It is a staple in Dutch-style aquascapes and provides excellent cover for small fish.
Care Guide
Plant stems individually into the substrate with adequate spacing for light penetration. Trim the tops regularly and replant the cuttings to create a bushy dense background. Higher light and iron dosing will bring out the desirable pink and red coloration.
Taxonomy
- Family
- Lythraceae
- Origin
- Southeast Asia
Growth
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Emersed Capable
- Yes
- Rhizome Plant
- No
- Floating Plant
- No
Water Parameters
| Temperature | |
| Water pH |
Lighting
- Requirement
- High
- PAR Min
- 40 μmol/m²/s
- PAR Max
- 150 μmol/m²/s
Nutrition & Fertilization
- CO₂ Requirement
- Low
- Nitrate Demand
- Medium
- Phosphate Demand
- Medium
- Potassium Demand
- Medium
Algae Sensitivity
- Black Beard Algae
- Low
- Green Spot Algae
- Moderate
- Diatoms
- Moderate
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make Rotala Rotundifolia turn red?
Provide high light intensity, CO2 injection, and regular iron supplementation. The leaves will shift from green to pink and eventually red under optimal conditions.