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 .
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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
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