Rotala rotundifolia

Rotala rotundifolia

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Rotala rotundifolia is a fast-growing, beginner-friendly aquarium plant known for its vibrant green and pink foliage. Perfect for adding a splash of colour to low-tech setups, this plant works beautifully as a background or midground feature, and can even be trimmed into a lush, bushy hedge.


Lighting Requirements: 4–6 hours/day (moderate light brings out pink tones)
CO₂ Requirements: Not required
Care Level: Low maintenance
Fertiliser Needs: Benefits from liquid fertiliser for best colour
Growth Type: Fast-growing stem plant
Placement: Background or midground
Potential Issues: May be eaten by African cichlids, bristlenose catfish, or turtles


Why Choose Rotala rotundifolia?

  • Bright Colours: Offers green-to-pink hues depending on light and nutrients

  • Low Maintenance: Great for beginners and low-tech planted tanks

  • Versatile Placement: Can be used as background, midground, or trimmed into shape

  • Fast Growth: Excellent for nutrient export and scaping


Care Tips:

  • Light: 4–6 hours/day encourages healthy growth and pink tips

  • Trim Regularly: Pruning helps keep it compact and encourages side shoots

  • Avoid Herbivores: Best kept away from plant-eating species like turtles and some cichlids


Grown and prepared by Duthie Aquatics in 5cm potted portions — ready to thrive in your tank.

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Pam Henderson
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I am sorry I wrote on the wrong company. We are very happy with our order. The plants are doing well.

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Andrew Catlow

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