Rotala Red Cross

Plants height: 20–30 cm

Temperature: 22–28°C

PH Tolerance: 6.0–7.5

Lighting: Medium to High

Growth Rate(slow, medium, fast): Medium to Fast

Origin: Asia

Position: Midground to Background

Care Tips: Rotala Red Cross is a vibrant aquatic plant that adds stunning red hues to your aquascape, especially under medium to high lighting conditions. It thrives in slightly acidic to neutral water and benefits from regular fertilization, particularly with micronutrients, as it is a heavy feeder. To maintain the bright red coloration, Rotala Red Cross requires consistent light and good CO₂ levels, though it can still grow without CO₂ in well-maintained tanks. This plant grows at a medium to fast rate, so regular pruning is necessary to maintain its compact and tidy appearance. It does best in the midground or background of the aquarium, where it can be placed in a group for a striking color contrast. Be sure to provide it with a nutrient-rich substrate for optimal growth.