Rotala Nanjenshan
Rotala sp. 'Nanjenshan'
Familie : Lythraceae
Fine-stemmed plant with narrow reddish leaves. Requires high light and CO2 to show its colors.
Beschreibung
Upright stems reaching 30 cm, with opposite, linear leaves 1-2 cm long. Color ranges from green to bright red depending on light intensity and iron availability. Fast growth under optimal conditions. Regular trimming needed to maintain bushy shape. Small pink flowers appear at the surface. Sensitive to iron and CO2 deficiencies.
Lebensraum
Region :
Freshwater streams and marshes, sunny areas
Verbreitung :
Empfohlene Parameter
Pflege
Pflegehinweise
Temperature 22-28°C, pH 6.0-7.0, GH 3-8, KH 2-6. High light (1 W/L or more). CO2 essential (20-30 mg/L). Nutrient-rich substrate recommended. Liquid fertilizer high in iron. Nitrates max 10 mg/L, phosphates max 1 mg/L. Minimum tank volume 40 liters. Plant in groups of 5 or more stems. Regular trimming to prevent legginess. Compatible with peaceful fish.