Common Name: Giant Red Rotala
Found in parts of Asia, Rotala macrandra ‘Japan’ is a magnificent aquarium stem plant, but unfortunately, it is very demanding. This variant is a little easier to grow and develops better coloration. This plant is a good background plant growing up to 20-30+ cm.
Rotala macrandra 'Japan'
This plant is grown in-vitro and is kept in a nutrient medium. Gently remove plant from the cup and rinse in a container of aquarium water to remove access medium. Seperate into portions and plant into soil with aquascaping tweezers.
It needs very good light to develop its beautiful red shades, just like CO2 addition and soft water are vital to ensure optimal growth.
Cut the longest stems 5-10 cm from the ground and replant them in the group.DO NOT RELEASE ANY PLANTS OR LIVESTOCK INTO LOCAL WATERWAYS!
