Rotala macrandra “Pink” [Tc]

Rotala macrandra “Pink” [Tc]

Rotala Macrandra Pink is a beautiful aquarium plant that is highly enjoyed by enthusiasts. Like most Rotala species, its delicate and dramatic appearance makes for a bold mid-ground to background aquatic plant choice. Its only downside, subjectively, is that is quite demanding and requires specific care to flourish. High lighting must be used to yield vivid coloration and CO2 injection is very beneficial for the health of this species. When planting Rotala Macrandra Pink, ample space should be left in between to ensure all areas of the plant receive good lighting and consistent pruning will be necessary. With patient care, this aquarium plant can produce beautiful color variations to a planted tank and stems will show a pale orange to light pink color at the tips depending on the intensity of the lighting fixture used. To propagate, take a cutting from one of the plant’s side shoots or axial roots and re-plant it into quality aquarium soil.

Family Name: Lythraceae

Origin: Vietnam

Height: 4-8”

pH: 6.5-7.5

Care: Easy

Light: High

Co2: 20-30ppm

Propagation: Cuttings

Growth Rate: Medium