Overview: Rotala Macrandra ‘Green’ is quite a favorite in the aquascaping hobby. When an aquarium needs a contrast plant, Rotala Macrandra ‘Green’ is definitely a plant to consider. When it receives enough nutrients and sufficient lighting, an intense red coloration will appear. Rotala Macrandra ‘Green’ is oftentimes called as “king of the reds” because of this. Although relatively easy to thrive, the deeper red actually demands certain conditions.
Size Portions: Rotala Macranda ‘Green’ is priced per stem
Lighting conditions: Moderate to Intense
Growth Length: 1.5 – 2.5 cm (leaf size)
Difficulty or care: Medium
Placement in an aquascape: Mid-ground to background
PH: 5.5 – 7.0
Temperature: 68 – 84 F
Reproduction: Propagation is done by cutting and attaching the roots to substrate or drift woods.
Growth Rate: Fast