Information For The Aquarium Beginner   

 

 

 

 

 
 
Rotala Indica

 Rotala Indica

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  • Middle ground Plant that grows well in bunches
  • Temperature 22-26C
  • pH Range 5.8-7.0
  • Needs Medium Light
  • Fairly Easy to Care .

 

Rotala indica has small green leaves that are pink on the bottom. Originating from India, it is an ideal middle ground plant that will add colour. It will grow rather densely, and may need to be trimmed occasionally.
Rotala indica is a fairly fragile plant that should not be kept in an aquarium with overly active fish that could damage the stems. It requires a moderate to high level of light

You can propogate the plants by cuttings. Simply cut the plant at the height that you desire, then strip the leaves off of about an inch of the stem, and plant into the gravel. Roots will form at the last node and will aid in keeping the plant in place. The Rotala indica benefits from regular addition of iron rich fertilizers and trace elements