Plants
Rotala Macrandra Rose
Rotala macrandra
ExpertFreshwater
Origin: India
Also known as: Rotala macrandra 'Rose'
Fact sheet
- Temperature
- 22–28 °C
- pH
- 5–6.5
- Lighting
- High
- CO₂
- Required
- Growth rate
- Medium
- Placement
- Background
Overview
One of the most beautiful and demanding Rotala varieties. Large broad rose-pink leaves create spectacular groupings in the aquarium.
Appearance
Broad lanceolate leaves with wavy edges, rose-pink to raspberry color. Stems reach 30-50 cm. Leaves up to 3 cm wide.
Care
Demanding species. Requires very bright lighting, stable CO2, soft water and nutrient-rich substrate. Without CO2 the color fades and growth slows.
Fertilizing
High nutrient demand. Macro and micro fertilizers are essential. Without enough iron the leaves turn green.
Breeding
Propagated by 8-12 cm stem cuttings.
Fun facts
Rotala macrandra is one of the iconic high-tech planted tank plants. Requires serious equipment but the results justify the effort.