Common Names: Dwarf rotala. Division: Magnoliophyta. Class: Magnoliopsida. Order: Myrtales. Family: Lythraceae. Native Distribution: Indo-China, Vietnam, Burma (Myanmar) Aquarium Placement: Background. Requirements: Prefers at least moderate light. Plant Description. Rotala rotundifolia is a classic aquarium plant and a staple of the hobby. It ...

Rotala rotundifolia is a popular plant in the aquarium world. It is a fast growing stem plant used in decorating the mid-ground and background of planted tanks. Dwarf Rotala has a vibrant green and reddish coloration, which creates a visually appealing impression in aquariums.

2023年6月2日 · Rotala rotundifolia, commonly named Dwarf Rotala, is a species of broadly spreading aquatic plant with a thick, bushy growth habit. It’s a relatively undemanding plant, growing in quite a broad range of light and water conditions. This makes Dwarf Rotala ideal to keep in aquariums, ripariums, and paludariums alike.

2018年8月27日 · The dwarf rotala is not a delicate aquarium plant but enjoys receiving sunshine. It can grow from a partly shaded pond to a sun-exposed environment. It can grow up to 2.5 centimeters each week provided a sufficient lighting condition. Under the bright light, the plant’s green leaves will turn fuchsia, pink or red showcasing its allure.

Rotala rotundifolia, the dwarf rotala, [1] is a plant species often confused with Rotala indica. [citation needed] It is sold in the aquarium trade, but is of uncertain status. It is a common weed in rice paddies and wet places in India, China, Taiwan, Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam, and has been introduced to the United States.

2021年3月11日 · Rotala rotundifolia is a beautiful and unique aquatic perennial plant that grows very successfully in home aquariums, water gardens, and backyard ponds. Originally native to Southeast Asia, Rotala rotundifolia translates to “the plant with the round leaves,” but these round leaves are only present in its wetland, semi-aquatic creeping form ...

Roundleaf toothcup is a popular ornamental in the international aquarium industry that has more recently been promoted for water gardens. It is often referred to as “dwarf rotala” in the trade. It was first collected outside of cultivation in Florida in 1996 from a flood control canal passing through a residential area in Broward County.

2023年11月24日 · Rotala Rotundifolia is considered a hardy plant because it can grow in a wide range of water parameters and lighting. However, providing it with optimal care will reward you with a more brightly colored, dense plant. Rotala Rotundifolia has a rather fast growth rate.

2025年1月24日 · Rotala Rotundifolia, also known as the 'Dwarf Rotala', is a beautiful and delicate plant that adds vibrant colors and lushness to any aquarium. With tissue culture, you can now enjoy the benefits of this plant without the hassle of dealing with pests, diseases, or other unwanted hitchhikers.

2023年10月27日 · Rotala Rotundifolia, often referred to as the “Dwarf Rotala,” hails from Southeast Asia. In its natural habitat, it can be found in wet, marshy areas, often along the banks of slow-moving rivers and streams.

Rotala Rotundifolia is a stem plant that thrives in wet, marshy, and aquatic environments and is a staple of aquaculture projects. The wild variety is found semi-immersed as a vigorous growing weed of rice paddies across southern Asia including China and Taiwan and can even be found in southern Europe.

2022年11月16日 · Rotala, commonly known as Dwarf Rotala or Roundleaf Toothcup, is an aquatic perennial plant, and it will grow in all kinds of conditions, from the rice paddies of Southeast Asia to home aquariums and outdoor ponds!

2021年2月17日 · Stem size of Rotala Rotundifolia reaches from 15 to 30 cm within 2 months or more, & this plant has long, narrow leaves. It is a hardy plant but if you want red leaves then use high intensity of light. It produces side shoots & becomes dense which stops light from reaching the lower leaves, so you need to trim this plant regularly.

2024年10月18日 · You might know it as dwarf rotala, round-leaf toothcup, or pink rotala. It’s often mixed up with Rotala indica, but they’re different 2. The plant comes in various forms: Emersed form: rounded leaves; Submerged form: narrow, lanceolate leaves; High-light form: leaves can turn almost wine red 2; Popularity in Aquascaping

2023年9月13日 · This Rotala is generally an easy plant to care for and is a great addition to many aquariums due to its beautiful tint of pink coloring on the leaves! Rotala rotundifolia, also sometimes called Rotala indica has small leaves and is a good display for the background or midground of an aquarium.

Dwarf rotala (Rotala rotundifolia) is an aquatic plant that has plenty of ornamental appeal to aquarium plant enthusiasts since it is one of the easiest-to-grow of the Rotala genus. It is celebrated for its fast growth and bright red foliage.

Dwarf rotala is a popular freshwater aquarium plant known for its adaptability and ease of growth. It requires moderate lighting to maintain vibrant coloration and optimal growth. Regular trimming is essential, as dwarf rotala can grow quickly and needs to be kept in check to ensure light reaches all parts of the plant.

Rotala rotundifolia produces spikes of small, bright pink to fuchsia flowers, but flowering only occurs on plant tips that are aerial or emergent. Flowers occur in spikes at the tip of stems. Plants flower prolifically in spring and early summer. Rotala rotundifolia can spread by floating stem fragments, which root adventitiously at lower nodes.

Rotala rotundifolia requires relatively strong lighting. Given bright light and sufficient nutrients, the leaves may change from an olive green to a pinkish colour towards the top of the plant. It has long thin leaves that are 2–3 cm wide.

2023年3月15日 · Rotala rotundifolia, commonly known as aquatic Rotala plant, is an attractive, versatile plant with small, rounded leaves. Rotala is valued for its easy growth habit, interesting color, and the texture it adds to aquariums. Read on and learn how to grow Rotala in aquariums.