Rotala ‘green’
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Rotala ‘Green’ is first of all a Low Tech pant. In other words, it will grow in any aquarium gravel
Rotala sp. ‘Green’ is very similar to Rotala rotundifolia, but its leaves remain fresh and bright green, even with intensive light. Stems becomes 40-50 cm long and 2-3 cm wide. The plant forms many side shoots willingly and obtains a beautiful, bushy and “hanging” growth. It should be pruned frequently to maintain healthy growth. An ideal starter plant that looks best when planted in large groups.
Planting Instructions for the Rotala ‘green’:
- Firstly, take the label off.
- Secondly, remove the rock wool together with the plant from the net pot
- Thirdly, make sure you also remove the rock wool from the root system , take care not to break or tear the larger roots while doing this
- Finally, plant the stems using tweezers into the substrate
Transitioning process
- Emersed to submersed growth in your aquarium
- Provide good water conditions for your plants
- Dose a respectable aquatic fertilizer for your plants , follow the instructions from the manufacturer
- Make sure you have the correct lighting spectrum , based on the plants needs Check out our video on aquarium lights.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOvNTyo1RRI&t=34s
- Prune dead leaves and stems constantly
- A Co2 system is a good addition into your aquarium for the plants to flourish
- Conduct 20-30% water changed once a week to ensure good water conditions
- Patience is key for the transition to take place
In a few days, after placing your plants in the aquarium you will notice some of the leaves start to melt and fall away.
This means the transition process has started. Please note the plants might look DEAD, but they are fully alive, so do not panic. Also, after a few days you will notice new growth will appear and the plant will fully change its form into submersed growth. You need to continuously trim and put a fertilizer in for the plants to thrive in your aquarium. Two good fertilizers include Easy Life – Profito and Scape Complete. All plants have specific needs but if you follow the general instructions on our labels the plant will transition well and will eventually succeed and prosper in your aquarium.
Will this plant grow in your tank? We have made a guide to aid in growing/understanding aquatic plants. Check it out >here<. View other plants that will grow in: ( Low Tech | Medium Tech | High Tech | All Plants )
*This is a Potted Plant and NOT a Tissue Culture Plant. This plant was grown in a greenhouse and is NOT guaranteed to be snail, algae or pesticide-free. Potted plants are cheaper than Tissue Culture Plants as they are not grown in a sterile laboratory. They generally appear to be bigger than Tissue Culture plants. We recommend Tissue Culture Plant for 100% client satisfaction.
12 reviews for Rotala ‘green’
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Darren Gardner (verified owner) –
Once its established it has amazing leaf structure and grows fast- it looks beautiful and algae doesn’t stand a chance.
rooibok08 (verified owner) –
Wonderful plant to add to your tank, if lighting is good they will grow wonderfully
Jason Wyngaardt (verified owner) –
I planted it in my tank with CO2 and it grew like crazy producing a very nice green colour. Plant is very easy to propagate as well.
Alicia Matthews (verified owner) –
My favourite stem plant ever. I trim them and replant the trimmings. Very easy to keep and actually stays put in the substrate.
Lameez Marais (verified owner) –
Purchased it a couple of weeks ago and I’m already seeing new growth. It’s a wonderful plant, would definitely recommend
Betsie (verified owner) –
I love the look and grate quality of the plant it started new stems les then a week after getting it and my shrimp loves it aswell
Wian Thesnaar (verified owner) –
Healthy green algae-free plants, Highly recommended.
Elena du Toit (verified owner) –
Arrived in excellent condition with a decent amount of stems in the pot.
jacques.nel82 (verified owner) –
Very nice looking and healthy plant.Fits in perfectly in ny tank.Thank you guys for all your help and friendliness!
Sternberg Coetzee (verified owner) –
Fast shipping, great customer communication. Plants shipped were very good condition.
gerhard (verified owner) –
I planted these in my smaller tanks without CO2 and they are growing nicely, as always excellent quality from McMerwe
Chronolich (verified owner) –
These are very intriguing plants. Both the colorata as well as the green variant look amazing and since its a stem plant one can simply trim them when they get too tall and replant them for a more bushy effect. They also grow nicely without the use of CO².