Plants
Rotala Fujian
Rotala sp. Fujian
Origin: Fujian Province, China
Also known as: Rotala sp. Fujian
Fact sheet
- Temperature
- 20–28 °C
- pH
- 5.5–7
- Lighting
- High
- CO₂
- Required
- Growth rate
- Medium
- Placement
- Background, Midground
Overview
A compact Rotala variety with bright red and pink foliage. One of the most popular choices for planted tanks due to its vivid color and tidy bush shape.
Appearance
Small rounded leaves in vibrant red-pink tones. Under bright lighting and CO2 turns intense crimson-red. Compact bush, 15-30 cm tall.
Care
Requires bright lighting and CO2 injection to maintain red color. Regular trimming keeps the bush dense. Nutrient-rich substrate is essential.
Fertilizing
Consumes nutrients actively. Regular macro and micro fertilization, especially iron, intensifies the red color.
Breeding
Propagated by stem cuttings planted directly into substrate.
Fun facts
Originates from Fujian Province in China. One of the most ornamental red Rotala varieties.