Tropica 032D Tissue Culture - Rotala Rotundifolia Blood Red

Tropica 032D Tissue Culture - Rotala Rotundifolia Blood Red

Tropica 032D Tissue Culture - Rotala Rotundifolia Blood Red is a live stem aquarium plant grown by tissue culture and supplied in a closed cup. It is the most intensely red-coloured variation of Rotala rotundifolia. That makes it a strong choice for aquascapers who want a vivid red accent without a demanding care routine.

Key Benefits

• The most intensely red-coloured variation of Rotala rotundifolia, so it gives a striking splash of colour in a planted tank.
• Easy to grow, and it can thrive in relatively low light and nutrient conditions.
• Grows erect to slightly arching and produces many branches, which gives a full, bushy look as the stems mature.
• Stands out when placed next to light green plants, which enhance its vibrant red.
• Supplied as a tissue culture plant in a closed cup.

How to Use

• Place it next to light green plants in your aquascape. The contrast makes the red look more vibrant.
• For the most intense red coloration, provide plenty of light and added CO2. Relatively low light and nutrient levels will still keep the plant growing.
• Trim regularly. Stems grow with many branches, so trimming keeps good light penetration and water flow among them.

Suitable For

• Aquascapers and planted-tank keepers who want a bold red stem plant.
• Beginners and busy hobbyists, as the plant is easy to grow in a range of light and nutrient conditions.
• Experienced aquascapers who want to bring out the deepest red with strong light and CO2.

Specifications

• Type: Stem
• Origin: Asia
• Growth rate: Medium
• Height: 5 - 20+
• Light demand: Medium
• CO2: Medium

What's Included

• Rotala rotundifolia 'Blood Red' tissue culture plant (Tropica 032D), supplied in a closed cup.
• Please note: this is a live aquatic aquarium plant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need CO2 to grow Rotala Rotundifolia 'Blood Red'?
No. It can thrive in relatively low light and nutrient conditions. For the most intense red coloration, though, plenty of light and added CO2 are necessary.

How can I bring out the reddest colour?
Give it plenty of light and added CO2. Planting it next to light green plants also makes the red look more vibrant.

How fast does it grow and how tall does it get?
Growth rate is medium and height is listed as 5 - 20+. It grows erect to slightly arching and produces many branches.

Does it need trimming?
Yes. Regular trimming keeps light penetration and water flow good among the stems.

What light and CO2 levels does it call for?
Both light demand and CO2 are rated medium. It will still grow in relatively low light and nutrient conditions, but colour is strongest with plenty of light and added CO2.

Is this a real, live plant?
Yes. It is a live aquatic aquarium plant, grown by tissue culture and supplied in a closed cup.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
• Nationwide (Cpt/Dbn+) - 2-5 working days
• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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