• Scientific Name: Rotala rotundifolia ‘H’ra’
• Common Name: Red Rotala
• Origin: Southeast Asia
• Family: Lythraceae
• Height: 20-50 cm
• Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast
• Placement in Tank: Midground, Background
• Light Requirement: Medium to High
• CO2 Requirement: Recommended for optimal color and growth
• Temperature: 22-28°C
• pH: 5.5-7.5
• Propagation: Stem cuttings

Key Features:

• Vibrant Red-Orange Leaves: When provided with strong lighting and CO2, Rotala ‘H’ra’ displays striking red to orange leaves, making it a colorful focal point in aquascapes.
• Slender, Bushy Growth: Its slender, elongated leaves grow densely, creating a bushy, textured appearance that adds depth and contrast in the aquarium.
• In-Vitro Cultivation: Grown in sterile conditions, this plant is free from snails, algae, and harmful pathogens, ensuring a safe start for your tank.
• Versatile Aquascaping: Rotala ‘H’ra’ can be used for both midground and background placement, depending on the desired height and trimming.

Care Requirements:

• Lighting: Rotala ‘H’ra’ requires medium to high lighting to develop its vibrant red and orange hues. Insufficient light may result in greener leaves and slower growth.
• CO2: While not strictly necessary, CO2 supplementation is highly recommended to maintain vibrant colors and promote faster, more compact growth. Without CO2, the plant may grow taller and less dense.
• Water Parameters: This plant thrives in slightly acidic to neutral water with a pH range of 5.5-7.5 and temperatures between 22-28°C. Nutrient-rich substrate and water will support optimal growth and coloration.
• Trimming: Regular trimming is essential to maintain its bushy form and encourage side shoots. Trimmed stems can be replanted to propagate new plants, helping to fill out the aquascape.

Planting Tips:

• Rinse the plant thoroughly to remove any nutrient gel before planting.
• Plant Rotala ‘H’ra’ in nutrient-rich substrate, spaced evenly in the midground or background for a full, bushy appearance.
• Ensure medium to high lighting and CO2 supplementation for the best results, promoting vibrant colors and lush, compact growth.