Rotala rotundifolia 'Green' - 5cm Net Pot

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Rotala rotundifolia 'Green' - 5cm Net Pot

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Contents: One 5cm Net Pot of Rotala rotundifolia 'Green'

General Description

  • Common Name(s): Rotala 'Green'
  • Scientific Name: Rotala rotundifolia 'Green'
  • Visual Description: Features bright green, needle-like leaves with a dense, upright growth habit, creating a soft, bushy appearance.

Growing Conditions

  • Light Requirements: Moderate to high for optimal growth and coloration
  • Water Requirements: Adaptable to a wide range of water parameters, prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH
  • Temperature Range: 20-28°C (68-82°F)
  • Humidity Preferences: Prefers submerged conditions but can grow emersed with high humidity

Planting & Care

  • Substrate Preferences: Does well in nutrient-rich substrates but can adapt to various types
  • Fertilization Needs: Benefits from regular applications of liquid fertilizers and CO2 supplementation
  • Propagation Methods: Easy to propagate by cutting the top portion of the stem and replanting
  • Pruning/Tidying Up: Regular pruning encourages bushier growth and prevents legginess

Placement

  • Aquarium Placement: Ideal for midground to background placements, depending on tank size
  • Attachment: Not applicable, as it is planted directly into the substrate
  • Spacing Requirements: Plant stems 1-2 cm apart to allow room for growth and spread

Compatibility

  • Aquarium Compatibility: Suitable for a variety of freshwater aquarium setups, including community tanks, planted tanks, and nature aquascapes
  • Pest/Disease Resistance: Generally resistant to pests and diseases with proper care

Special Requirements or Tips

  • Special Care Instructions: To achieve the best coloration and growth, provide ample lighting and CO2
  • Seasonal Care: Consistent care and stable water conditions will ensure year-round growth

Ecological Impact

  • Invasiveness: Non-invasive in aquarium settings, do not release into wild waterways
  • Benefit to Wildlife: Provides shelter and foraging space for small fish and invertebrates

Rotala rotundifolia 'Green' - 5cm Net Pot

$9.90 $20.00 50% Off