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Here is all about Rotala 'Blood Red' — one of the most vibrant and eye-catching red stem plants in the aquarium hobby, highly favored for its intense crimson coloration, especially under high-tech conditions.
🌿 Scientific Classification
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Scientific Name: Rotala rotundifolia ‘Blood Red’ (variant)
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Common Name: Rotala Blood Red
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Family: Lythraceae
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Origin: Cultivar/variant (believed to be derived from Southeast Asia)
🌱 Plant Description
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Type: Stem plant
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Height: 15–40 cm (6–16 inches)
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Width: 2–5 cm per stem
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Leaf Shape: Narrow, elongated lanceolate leaves
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Color: Greenish-pink in low-tech tanks; deep blood red in high-tech tanks with strong light and CO₂
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Growth Pattern: Upright with slightly arching stems and dense leaf clusters when trimmed well
💧 Tank Requirements
| Parameter | Ideal Range |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 22–28°C (72–82°F) |
| pH | 5.5–7.0 |
| Hardness | Soft to moderate (GH < 8) |
| Lighting | High intensity required for red coloration |
| CO₂ | Strongly recommended |
| Substrate | Nutrient-rich preferred (aqua soil) |
🌾 Growth & Propagation
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Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
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Trimming: Regular topping encourages bushy growth
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Propagation: By cutting stems and replanting the tops in the substrate
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Spacing: Plant stems in groups with a few centimeters between to allow light penetration and bushy growth
🌟 Color Enhancement Tips
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Light: Use full-spectrum, high PAR lighting to bring out red pigmentation
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CO₂: Essential for deep red color and healthy growth
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Fertilizers: Keep nitrates on the lower side (5–10 ppm) while providing high iron and micronutrients
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Consistency: Avoid fluctuations in CO₂, light, or water parameters to prevent color loss
🧠 Care Tips
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Trim frequently to maintain dense, bushy growth
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Remove lower leaves if they get shaded and melt
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Avoid planting too deep; leave the crown above the substrate
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Combine with green plants for a vibrant red-green contrast
⚠️ Common Issues
| Problem | Cause |
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| Faded/pale red | Insufficient light or low iron |
| Green leaves | High nitrate or low lighting |
| Leggy stems | Poor trimming or low light penetration |
| Melting bottoms | Overcrowding or poor water flow |
🐠 Compatibility
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Ideal for peaceful community tanks
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Great in shrimp tanks — shrimp enjoy climbing the stems
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Avoid housing with large or plant-eating fish
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Snail-safe (unless snails are starved or conditions are poor)
📌 Quick Summary
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Stem plant |
| Color | Green to deep blood red (with high light & CO₂) |
| Placement | Midground or background |
| Growth Rate | Moderate to fast |
| Light Requirement | High |
| CO₂ Requirement | Strongly recommended |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
✅ Why Choose Rotala Blood Red?
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Among the deepest red aquatic plants available
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Perfect for creating contrast in green-heavy tanks
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Loved in Dutch-style aquascapes for strong color blocks
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Responds dramatically to optimal conditions — rewarding to grow!
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