Aquarium plant

rotala sp. "Long Leaf"

Midground, BackgroundStem plant

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Plant overview

rotala sp. "Long Leaf" grows as a stem plant and fits midground and background planting. Care: medium care, medium light, recommended CO₂.

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

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height2–6 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
22–30 °C
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
Fast
Width
3–5 cm
Propagation
Cuttings

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Lythraceae
Genus
rotala

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FAQ

Where should rotala sp. "Long Leaf" be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does rotala sp. "Long Leaf" need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits rotala sp. "Long Leaf"?

Temperature: 22–30 °C.

How tall does rotala sp. "Long Leaf" grow?

Height: 2–6 cm.