TCulture Rotala sp. Green (Pot)
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Description
Synonyms
Rotala sp. ‘Green’
Complete botanical name
Rotála rotundifólia (Buch.-Ham. ex Roxb.) Koehne
Family
Lythraceae
Genus
Rotala
Difficulty
medium
Usage
Background, Midground
Aquascaping
well-branched, bushy
Height
20 – 80cm
Width
2 – 4cm
Growth
fast
pH value
4 – 7
Temperature tolerance
4 – 32°C
Carbonate hardness
0 – 14°dKH
General hardness
0 – 30°dGH
Propagation
Cuttings
Can grow emersed?
yes
Source
Flowgrow
Rotala sp. ‘Green’ for Lush Backgrounds in SG Aquascapes
Rotala sp. ‘Green’ is a well-branched, bushy stem plant we recommend when an aquascaper wants a soft, vivid-green backdrop rather than red. A green form within the rotundifolia group, it grows tall and willingly side-shoots into a dense thicket that frames a layout beautifully. We find it especially useful for adding fresh green volume behind colourful accent plants in nature and Dutch-style scapes.
It is a medium-care, fast-growing plant that does best with good light and a reliable nutrient supply, which keeps the fine foliage compact rather than stretched. It is comfortable across a wide temperature range and settles easily into our warm 27-29C local tanks. CO2 is not strictly required but tightens the growth and deepens the green, and its quick growth helps absorb surplus nutrients in a young scape.
Trim and replant the tops regularly to maintain a thick, even hedge and good light penetration. See our Rotala Green care guide and ideas in aquascaping with Rotala varieties, and browse more in our background plants range.
