Tropica Rotala macrandra (Medium Tech)
Rotala macrandra is a true showpiece plant, prized for its intense red coloration and broad, delicate leaves. Best suited to high-light, COâ‚‚-enriched aquariums, it makes an eye-catching focal point for experienced aquascapers looking to add dramatic color.
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| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Stem plant |
| Placement | Background |
| Growth rate | Medium |
| Height | 30–60 cm |
| Light demand | High — intense lighting is essential for deep red coloration |
| CO₂ requirements | High — CO₂ injection is strongly recommended for stable growth |
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 or our premium APT Zero. 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<. View other plants that will grow in: ( Low Tech | Medium Tech | High Tech | All Plants )
*This is a Tissue Culture Plant. It has been was grown in a sterile laboratory and is guaranteed to be snail, algae or pesticide-free. We recommend Tissue Culture Plant over Greenhouse plants for 100% client satisfaction.
McMerwe’s Comment: A premium Tropica Plant. A beautiful red plant that is a perfect background plant for medium or high tech tanks. Â [Rating 4/5]
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