🌿 Rotala rotundifolia ‘Red’ – Easy-Color Stem Plant for Natural Aquariums

🌿 Rotala rotundifolia ‘Red’ – Easy-Color Stem Plant for Natural Aquariums

Rotala rotundifolia ‘Red’ is one of the most popular beginner-friendly red plants in the aquarium hobby. Its soft, rounded leaves range from green to red depending on light, but never need CO₂ or chemical fertilizers to thrive. In natural tanks, it quickly grows tall and vibrant, offering movement, oxygenation, and subtle pops of warm color.

This fast-growing stem is perfect for background layouts, and does double duty by absorbing nutrients from the water column — helping reduce algae and improve tank balance.

💚 Why Choose Rotala rotundifolia ‘Red’?

✅ Color Without Chemicals – Red tones emerge naturally under moderate lighting
✅ Hardy and Fast-Growing – Great for beginners or low-tech setups
✅ No CO₂ or Ferts Needed – Thrives in dirted tanks using just light and soil
✅ Background Structure – Grows tall and bushy with regular trimming
✅ Safe for Shrimp & Fry – Offers shelter and biofilm surfaces

🪴 Plant Care Tips:

Lighting: Low to moderate (red tones deepen with more light)
CO₂: Not required
Substrate: Deep organic soil with sand cap
Placement: Background
Growth Rate: Fast
Tank Size: 10 gallons and up

🌱 Trim tops and replant to thicken your stem wall naturally.

🌿 Father Fish Tip:

“Want red without the bottle? Give this one time and good soil — it’ll light up on its own.”

🛒 Why Buy from Us:

• Naturally soil-grown — never hydroponic or boosted with ferts
• Healthy, rooted stems harvested fresh
• Perfect for natural, low-tech tanks
• Trusted by Father Fish hobbyists worldwide