- Regular price
- €5,52
- Regular price
- €5,52
The Rotala rotundifolia "Blood Red" is an exceptional, intensely pigmented stem plant that brings brilliant deep-red and ruby tones to fresh water aquascapes. Renowned for its vivid coloration and fine-textured foliage, it serves as a stunning midground or background focal point that contrasts sharply against vibrant green aquarium plants.
Short Description & Highlights
Rotala rotundifolia "Blood Red" is a hardy yet striking variant that develops mesmerizing deep crimson to blood-orange hues under optimal conditions. It responds exceptionally well to regular pruning, growing into a dense, bushy mass. While welcoming to beginner aquarists due to its adaptable nature, it reaches its absolute peak pigmentation under moderate-to-high lighting and balanced micronutrient dosing.
Key Product Highlights:
| Feature | Details |
| Scientific Name | Rotala rotundifolia "Blood Red" |
| Common Names | Blood Red Rotala, Dwarf Rotala "Blood Red" |
| Placement | Midground to Background |
| Care Level | Beginner-Friendly (Adaptable and resilient) |
| Growth Rate | Medium to Fast |
| Max Height | 8 to 15 inches (20 to 40 cm+) |
| Lighting Demand | Moderate to High (Required for deep red color) |
| Water Parameters | Temp: 68°F–86°F (20°C–30°C) | pH: 6.0–7.5 | KH: 2–12 |
Detailed Beginner Care Guide
1. Placement & Aquascaping
Position Rotala rotundifolia "Blood Red" in the midground or background sections of the aquarium. Because of its upright, branching growth habit, planting individual stems with slight spacing allows light to reach the lower portions of the plant, preventing premature bottom-melt and encouraging a full, bush-like silhouette.
2. Lighting & Coloration
Intense pigmentation is the hallmark of this cultivar. While the plant can survive under lower light conditions, achieving its signature "blood red" color requires moderate-to-high lighting intensity. Pairing strong illumination with a quality iron-rich liquid fertilizer and balanced micronutrients will dramatically enrich its scarlet shades.
3. Maintenance & Propagation
Propagation is remarkably straightforward, making it an ideal plant for hobbyists learning aquascaping fundamentals. Simply trim healthy side or top shoots (about 4 to 6 inches long) and replant them directly into the substrate. Regular trimming of the top canopy promotes thick lateral growth, transforming sparse stems into a dense, vibrant hedge. Carbon dioxide (CO2) supplementation is not strictly mandatory, but will accelerate growth speed and color saturation.
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