Rotala Colorata - 10 Stems

Rotala rotundifolia ‘Colorata’

Rotala rotundifolia ‘Colorata’ is a beautiful and colorful stem plant popular among aquascapers for its vibrant red to orange hues. Under proper lighting and nutrient conditions, this plant develops bright reddish tones that create stunning contrast against green plants in a planted aquarium.

It grows upright with slender stems and small rounded leaves, forming soft and flowing plant groups when trimmed regularly. Rotala ‘Colorata’ is relatively easy to grow compared to other red plants, making it a great choice for hobbyists who want to add color to their aquascape.

Care Tips

• Lighting: Medium to High (stronger lighting enhances red coloration)

• CO₂: Recommended for compact growth and vibrant color

• Placement: Midground to Background

• Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast

• Propagation: Trim the stems and replant the tops

Aquascaping Notes

Rotala ‘Colorata’ is widely used in nature-style and Dutch-style aquascapes as a colorful background plant. With regular trimming, it forms dense bushes that create beautiful layers and depth in planted layouts.

Please note that plant size, number of stems, and coloration may vary slightly as these are natural aquatic plants.

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