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Rotala spp.
Essential background stem plant genus. Many species including R. rotundifolia and R. indica. Beautiful red coloration and dense bushes achievable through trimming.
Rotala is a large genus of aquatic plants in the family Lythraceae, distributed widely across tropical and subtropical wetlands of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. In the aquarium hobby numerous species are cultivated — most notably R. rotundifolia and R. indica — as essential background stem plants prized for their capacity to color red to orange under intense illumination and CO2 enrichment. Leaves are small and grow opposite along slender stems. The more light and iron-rich liquid fertilizer provided, the deeper and more vivid the red coloration becomes. Dense, bushy backgrounds are achieved through regular trimming and replanting of cut stems. Many species are forgiving for beginners, though requirements vary considerably between species, making species selection important.
Origine
Tropical to subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas
Taille
10-40cm
Température
22〜28℃
CO2 recommended + liquid fert (iron is key for red color)
Medium to high light. More light = deeper red coloration
Recommended. Grows without but slower and less colorful
Replant cuttings for denser growth. Stick trimmed stems back in
Iron deficiency causes pale leaves. Supplement with iron-rich liquid fert
Beginner. C'est une espèce adaptée aux débutants. Aucun équipement spécial ni expérience n'est requis, et elle peut être maintenue avec succès avec une installation de soins de base.
La température idéale pour Rotala est 22〜28℃. Évitez les changements brusques de température et maintenez un environnement stable.
Rotala atteint généralement 10-40cm à l'âge adulte. La taille peut varier selon les conditions de soins et la génétique individuelle.
Rotala se nourrit de : CO2 recommended + liquid fert (iron is key for red color). Visez un régime équilibré avec une fréquence d'alimentation appropriée.
Le prix de Rotala varie considérablement selon le morph, la taille et la lignée. Consultez notre page de prix du marché pour les dernières informations.
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