Aquarium plant

Rotala rotundifolia 'Blood Red'

Midground, BackgroundStem plant

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Plant overview

Rotala rotundifolia 'Blood Red' is a stem plant for midground and background planting. Recorded care includes easy care and medium light and recommended CO₂.

Water parameters include temperature 18–30 °C, pH 4.5–8, KH 0–14 °dKH, CO₂ 1–4 mg/L.

Planting & care

  • PlacementMidground, Background
  • GrowthStem plant
  • LightMedium
  • CO2Recommended
  • Height5–3 cm

Water conditions

Temperature
18–30 °C
pH
4.5–8
Carbonate hardness
0–14 °dKH
CO₂ (mg/L)
1–4 mg/L

Growth & placement

Growth rate
Medium
Width
2–5 cm
Propagation
Cuttings
Color
red

Taxonomy

Major group
Angiosperms
Family
Lythraceae
Genus
rotala

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FAQ

Where should Rotala rotundifolia 'Blood Red' be planted?

Use it for midground and background planting.

What light does Rotala rotundifolia 'Blood Red' need?

Light requirement: medium.

What temperature suits Rotala rotundifolia 'Blood Red'?

Temperature: 18–30 °C.

How tall does Rotala rotundifolia 'Blood Red' grow?

Height: 5–3 cm.