🌿 All About Rotala rotundifolia ‘Wayanad’ – Growow TC Plant

Rotala rotundifolia ‘Wayanad’ is a distinctive and rare regional variant of the classic Rotala rotundifolia, discovered in the Wayanad district of Kerala, India. It features fine, narrow leaves and develops soft pink to bright reddish hues under optimal conditions. Ideal for Nature-style or biotope aquascapes, this plant adds a wild, untamed aesthetic and thrives when grown in well-lit, CO₂-enriched aquariums.

🔍 Quick Overview

• Scientific Name: Rotala rotundifolia 'Wayanad'

• Common Name: Rotala ‘Wayanad’

• Family: Lythraceae

• Origin: Wayanad, Kerala (India)

• Type: Stem plant

🌱 Plant Characteristics

• Height: 20–50 cm

• Leaf Shape: Fine, narrow linear leaves

• Color: Ranges from light green to pink-red depending on lighting and nutrients

• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy with trimming

• Growth Rate: Medium to fast

💧 Tank Requirements

• Lighting: Medium to high (high light brings out pinkish-red tones)

• CO₂: Strongly recommended for vibrant coloration and healthy growth

• Substrate: Nutrient-rich soil or inert substrate with root tabs

• Water Parameters:

  • pH: 6.0–7.5

  • Temperature: 22–28°C

  • Hardness: Soft to moderately hard

• Tank Position: Midground to background

🧪 Growow TC Plant Advantages

• Grown in sterile tissue culture – free of algae, pests, and diseases

• Healthy and uniform plantlets ready for planting

• Multiple stems in a single TC cup

• Quick acclimation and growth in aquarium conditions

🌟 Why Choose Rotala ‘Wayanad’?

• Rare and region-specific variant, great for collectors

• Adds natural, wild look to any aquascape

• Beautiful reddish tones under strong light

• Excellent choice for biotope or regional-themed tanks

• Responds well to regular trimming for bushy appearance

🧠 Aquascaping Tips

• Trim tops regularly to promote compact side shoots

• Plant in small groups for a natural, flowing look

• Best showcased in tanks with other Indian-native plants like Cryptocoryne sivadasanii or Blyxa aubertii

• Pairs well with contrasting green foliage or hardscape features

💡 Did you know? The Rotala rotundifolia 'Wayanad' variant is named after one of the most biodiversity-rich regions of the Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.