How to Care for Rotala Rotundifolia Aquarium Plant

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Welcome back to Aquarium Plant Index, where each week we spotlight a different aquatic plant to help you get the best out of your planted aquarium.

In this episode, we’re diving into Rotala rotundifolia — one of the most popular, colourful, and versatile stem plants in the aquascaping hobby. Whether you're a beginner trying Rotala for the first time or an experienced aquascaper aiming for pink stems, this plant has something for everyone.

????What You’ll Learn in This Video:
• Why Rotala rotundifolia is considered a hardy, adaptable staple
• How lighting, CO₂, and water parameters affect its leaf shape and colour
• Tips for achieving deep red-pink colouration (and how to avoid nutrient-related issues)
• Ideal planting techniques for bushy, compact growth
• How to trim and maintain Rotala for the best long-term results

Rotala rotundifolia can shift from lush green in low-tech tanks to striking pinks, oranges, and reds under highlight and CO₂. We also break down nitrate management, growth expectations, and aquascaping placement in both midground and background layouts.

????Key Care Tips:
✓ Provide medium to high light for compact, colourful growth
✓ Add CO₂ for stronger reds and faster development
✓ Maintain stable nutrients — especially nitrates (5–10 ppm)
✓ Trim regularly to prevent shading and encourage branching
✓ Plant in small groups for a full, bushy appearance

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