Rotala Cherry Red
Rotala Cherry Red is a plant with intensely red leaves that is a striking element in any aquarium. Its shade changes depending on the growing conditions, creating dynamic accents in aquatic arrangements.
Appearance
The leaves of this plant are slender, narrow and intensely red. In the right conditions, it can acquire a beautiful, purple color. It is an excellent choice for creating contrasting accents in a planted aquarium.
Growth
Rotala Cherry Red grows moderately fast, reaching a height of up to 40 cm. Its growth can be controlled by trimming, which is important to maintain its shape and color.
Place in the aquarium
Rotala Cherry Red looks best in the central parts of the aquarium, where it can fully develop and attract the eye with its intense color.
Cultivation requirements:
Temperature
The plant prefers a water temperature of 22-28 ° C, which is typical for tropical plants.
Light
Rotala Cherry Red requires intense lighting (1-2 W / liter) to obtain the most intense, red colors. In low light, the plant may become less intense in color.
pH
The optimum pH is 6.0-7.5, which corresponds to neutral or slightly acidic conditions.
Water hardness
Rotala Cherry Red prefers medium hardness water, between 4-8 dGH, to provide the best growth conditions.
CO2 supplementation
Rotala Cherry Red thrives better with CO2 supplementation, which improves its growth rate and intensifies the leaf color.
Interesting facts
Rotala Cherry Red is a popular choice in planted aquariums and aquascaping, where its intense red color can provide a contrasting element in plant compositions. It requires care to grow, but the results are worth the effort.
Rotala Cherry Red is a plant with intensely red leaves that is a striking element in any aquarium. Its shade changes depending on the growing conditions, creating dynamic accents in aquatic arrangements.