AquaDepot Rotala bloodii 'Blood Red' - Live Plant - Tissue Culture

Rotala Blood Red is a striking red stem plant prized for its intense red to deep crimson colouration. It makes an excellentmidground or background plant and looks especially impressive when planted in groups.

• Scientific name:Rotala rotundifolia ‘Blood Red’
• Type: Stem plant
• Colour: Red, crimson to burgundy
• Placement: Midground to background
• Growth rate: Medium to fast
• Difficulty: Easy to intermediate
• Height: Approximately 15–30+ cm
• Temperature: Around 22–28°C
• pH: Approximately 5.5–7.5
• Lighting: Moderate to high
• CO₂: Recommended, particularly for stronger growth and deeper red colour
• Propagation: Cuttings from the stems

Care

Plant the individual stems into aquarium substrate, leaving enough space between them for light and water flow.Regular trimming encourages side shoots and creates a dense, bushy appearance.

The plant can grow without CO₂, butgood lighting, CO₂ and consistent fertilisation will generally produce better growth and more intense red colouration. 

Basic care instructions:

• Do not remove lid or contamination will occur.
• Keep in a well-lit area.
• Storage temperature should not exceed 30°C.

Each pot is 50mm in diameter and packed full of healthy plants.