The variety name 'Blood Red' already gives an indication of the colour of this new stem plant. This Rotala rotundifolia form certainly has the most intense red colour. Even with softer lighting it shows beautiful colour. With strong light and sufficient CO2, a rich red colour of incredible intensity develops. With light green plants nearby, this fast growing beauty is a fascinating eye-catcher in any underwater landscape. Regular pruning makes Rotala rotundifolia 'Blood Red' very suitable for the medium to background.
PLANT PROFILE
Genus:
Rotala
Species:
rotundifolia 'Blood Red'
Family:
Lythraceae
Origin:
Cultivar
Light:
high
Temperature:
18-28°C
Growth rate:
fast
Area:
Background
Height:
15 - 30 cm
pH:
5-8
Water hardness:
soft to hard
Co2:
20-30 mg/l
Propagation:
head cuttings, side shoots
