Aquarium plant

rotala macrandra 'Mini Type 4'

MidgroundStem plant

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Plant overview

rotala macrandra 'Mini Type 4' is a stem plant for midground planting. Recorded care includes difficult care and medium light and required CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 18–30 °C, pH 4.5–7, KH 0–12 °dKH, CO₂ 2–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Required
  • Height2–3 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
18–30 °C
pH
4.5–7
Carbonate hardness
0–12 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
2–4 mg/L

Nutrients

Nitrate (NO₃)
10–50 mg/L
Phosphate (PO₄)
0.1–3 mg/L
Potassium (K)
5–30 mg/L
Iron (Fe)
0.01–0.3 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Fast
Propagation
Cuttings
Color
red

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Lythraceae
Genus
rotala

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FAQ

Where should rotala macrandra 'Mini Type 4' be planted?

Use it for midground planting.

What light does rotala macrandra 'Mini Type 4' need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits rotala macrandra 'Mini Type 4'?

Temperature: 18–30 °C.

How tall does rotala macrandra 'Mini Type 4' grow?

Height: 2–3 cm.