{"product_id":"rotala-rotundifolia","title":"Rotala Rotundifolia","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"500\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"73\"\u003eRotala rotundifolia\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most popular and versatile stem plants used in planted aquariums. Native to Southeast Asia, this species is prized for its adaptability, fast growth, and ability to develop beautiful shades of green, pink, and orange depending on lighting conditions. Despite its name meaning “round-leaved,” the submerged leaves are actually narrow and elongated, forming graceful vertical stems that sway gently in the current.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"815\"\u003eUnder moderate lighting the plant stays bright green, but with stronger lighting and good nutrients it begins to develop warm pink to reddish tones, especially at the growing tips. Because of its easy nature and quick growth, Rotala rotundifolia is often recommended for both beginner and experienced aquascapers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"820\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"843\"\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"997\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"878\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"878\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"859\"\u003eLighting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to High\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"879\" data-end=\"908\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"908\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"897\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22–28 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"928\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"918\"\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5–7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"954\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"954\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"947\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"997\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"997\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"971\"\u003ePlacement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midground to background\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003eGrowth \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1029\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003eRotala rotundifolia grows quickly and benefits from regular trimming to keep it dense and bushy. When stems reach the surface, simply cut the tops and replant them into the substrate to propagate new plants. This technique allows aquarists to create thick, vibrant clusters over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003eWhile CO₂ injection and fertilization will greatly improve growth and coloration, this species can still perform well in lower-tech aquariums compared to many other red stem plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003eAquascaping Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eThis plant is widely used to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003eCreate \u003cstrong data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003elush background plant walls\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1598\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003eAdd \u003cstrong data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003esoft color gradients\u003c\/strong\u003e ranging from green to pink\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1706\"\u003eForm \u003cstrong data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003edense bushes through regular trimming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eProvide a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"1743\"\u003enatural flowing look\u003c\/strong\u003e in aquascapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"1764\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1926\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1926\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eA fast-growing and adaptable stem plant that brings soft color and fullness to planted aquariums, making it a staple in both beginner and advanced aquascapes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47958578200798,"sku":null,"price":11.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/4768\/4574\/files\/Photo.png?v=1741200651","url":"https:\/\/poseidonaquaticsandplants.com\/products\/rotala-rotundifolia","provider":"Poseidon Aquatics And Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}