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

Description Rotala Blood Red is a striking red stem plant prized for its intense red to deep crimson colouration. It makes an excellent midground 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, but good 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.