TCulture Rotala sp. Green (Pot)

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.