Aquarium plant

rotala macrandra 'Butterfly'

MidgroundStem plant

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Plant overview

rotala macrandra 'Butterfly' grows as a stem plant and fits midground planting. Care: difficult care, medium light, recommended CO₂.

Recorded water ranges cover temperature 22–30 °C, pH 5–7, KH 0–10 °dKH.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height2–3 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
22–30 °C
pH
5–7
Carbonate hardness
0–10 °dKH

Nutrients

Nitrate (NO₃)
10–50 mg/L
Phosphate (PO₄)
0.5–3 mg/L
Potassium (K)
5–50 mg/L
Iron (Fe)
0.05–0.2 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Medium
Propagation
Cuttings
Color
red

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Onagraceae
Genus
rotala

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FAQ

Where should rotala macrandra 'Butterfly' be planted?

Use it for midground planting.

What light does rotala macrandra 'Butterfly' need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits rotala macrandra 'Butterfly'?

Temperature: 22–30 °C.

How tall does rotala macrandra 'Butterfly' grow?

Height: 2–3 cm.