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🌿 All About Rotala sp. 'Bonsai' – Growow TC Plant

Rotala sp. 'Bonsai' is a compact, slow-growing aquatic stem plant that resembles a miniature tree — hence the name “Bonsai.” It’s an excellent choice for aquascapers looking to create structured, low-profile layouts or achieve a “bushy” effect in the midground to foreground. It’s not a true carpeting plant, but it forms neat, tree-like patches that add depth and formality to aquascapes.


🔍 Quick Overview

  • Scientific Name: Rotala sp. 'Bonsai'

  • Common Name: Rotala Bonsai

  • Family: Lythraceae

  • Origin: Cultivar (not found in the wild)

  • Type: Stem plant


🌱 Plant Characteristics

  • Height: 5–15 cm

  • Growth Habit: Vertical stems with tight, round green leaves

  • Leaf Shape: Small and rounded; opposite leaf arrangement

  • Color: Bright green under standard light; slightly bronze under high light

  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate

  • Structure: Compact and dense — ideal for shaping


💧 Tank Requirements

  • Lighting: Medium to high (higher light keeps form tighter)

  • CO₂: Recommended for compact growth and healthy leaves

  • Substrate: Nutrient-rich aquasoil or fine gravel with root tabs

  • Water Parameters:

    • pH: 6.0–7.5

    • Temperature: 22–28°C (72–82°F)

    • Hardness: Soft to medium

  • Tank Position: Foreground to midground


🧪 Growow Tissue Culture (TC) Benefits

  • Pest- and algae-free, sterile start for new aquascapes

  • Healthy root and leaf development from the start

  • Easily split into small portions for uniform planting

  • Grows more predictably than emersed-grown pots


🌟 Key Features

  • Unique, bonsai-like appearance – mini “trees” in your tank

  • Ideal for nano aquariums or intricate layouts

  • Great for structured or minimalist aquascapes

  • Can be shaped by regular trimming for a low bush effect

  • Maintains form even without frequent trimming


🧠 Care & Aquascaping Tips

  • Plant stems in small dense bunches for best impact

  • Trim tops to encourage side-shoots and rounder shape

  • Avoid too much shading – it prefers direct light

  • Pair with carpet plants like Monte Carlo or Hydrocotyle tripartita for contrast

  • Fertilize regularly for lush growth and to prevent yellowing



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