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Rotala rotundifolia Hra 1-2-Grow – A Vibrant Addition to Your Aquascape

The Rotala rotundifolia Hra 1-2-Grow is a stunning, versatile stem plant with narrow, trailing leaves and a rich orange hue that transforms your aquarium into a vibrant underwater landscape. Native to Asia, this variation of Rotala rotundifolia thrives under optimal lighting and nutrient conditions. Its adaptability and creeping growth habit make it a popular choice for midground highlights or foreground carpets in aquascapes. Whether you’re creating a Dutch-style tank or a nature-inspired layout, this plant adds warmth, contrast, and texture to your aquarium.

Why Add Rotala rotundifolia Hra 1-2-Grow to Your Aquarium?

• Vivid Colour: With high lighting and CO2 supplementation, the plant develops a deep, warm orange colour that enhances the visual appeal of your tank.
• Versatile Use: Suitable for both midground and foreground planting, it allows aquascapers to craft diverse and dynamic layouts.
• Hardy and Adaptable: While optimal conditions bring out the best results, this plant can adapt to medium light setups, making it accessible to experienced hobbyists seeking a standout feature in their aquascape.
• Enhances Aquatic Health: Like many aquatic plants, it helps improve water quality by absorbing excess nutrients, creating a balanced environment for fish and invertebrates.

How to Care for Rotala rotundifolia Hra 1-2-Grow

Although the Rotala rotundifolia Hra is rewarding to grow, it requires attention to light and nutrients to maintain its vibrant colour and compact growth:

• Lighting: Medium to high light levels are crucial to encourage the plant’s characteristic orange hue and dense, trailing growth habit.
• CO2 & Nutrients: Regular CO2 injection and liquid fertilisation will promote faster growth, healthier leaves, and deeper colouration.
• Trimming: To keep the plant compact and prevent it from spreading uncontrollably, regular trimming is essential. This also helps maintain the plant’s shape and encourages new side shoots.
• Substrate: A nutrient-rich substrate will support strong root development, although this plant primarily absorbs nutrients from the water column through its stems and leaves.

Ideal Placement and Aquascaping Ideas

This plant is highly adaptable and can be creatively used in various aquascape styles:

• Midground Cushion: Trimmed and shaped to create a dense, orange midground feature.
• Foreground Carpet: With high light and regular pruning, the plant can form a low, creeping carpet in the foreground.
• Colour Contrast: Pair with green plants such as Rotala sp. Green or Cryptocoryne species to create a striking visual contrast in your aquascape.

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The Rotala rotundifolia Hra 1-2-Grow is a must-have for aquascapers looking to add vibrant colour and versatility to their tank. Its rapid growth and visual impact make it an exceptional choice for midground accents and foreground carpets.

For expert advice on plant care, check out our Buyer’s Guides. You can also visit our YouTube Channel for step-by-step tutorials or follow us on Instagram for aquascaping inspiration.

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