{"product_id":"rotala-colorata","title":"Rotala Colorata","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"274\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eRotala Colorata (\u003cem data-start=\"17\" data-end=\"38\"\u003eRotala rotundifolia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Colorata') is a captivating stem plant renowned for its vivid red to orange hues, adding a striking contrast to freshwater aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eNative to Southeast Asia, this plant thrives under optimal conditions, making it a favorite among aquascaping enthusiasts aiming to introduce dynamic color and texture to their aquatic landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"281\" data-end=\"301\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"301\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"1033\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"363\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"363\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"305\" data-end=\"324\"\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"21\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eRotala rotundifolia\u003c\/em\u003e 'Colorata'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"422\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"422\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"381\"\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eRotala Colorata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"476\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"476\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"425\" data-end=\"435\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSoutheast Asia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"536\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"536\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"495\"\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eUpright stem plant with bushy appearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"604\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"604\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"563\"\u003eLeaf Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eNarrow, lanceolate leaves exhibiting red to orange coloration under high light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"673\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"673\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"632\"\u003eLighting Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eModerate to high intensity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"736\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"736\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"695\"\u003eCO₂ Requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eRecommended for optimal growth and coloration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"793\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"793\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"752\"\u003ePlacement\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eMidground to background\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"794\" data-end=\"1033\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"817\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"816\"\u003eWater Parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"1033\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"878\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"878\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"837\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e20–28°C (68–82°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"936\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"936\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"895\"\u003epH Level\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e6.0–7.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"1033\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"1033\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"941\" data-end=\"953\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSoft to moderately hard water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1075\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003eWhy Choose Rotala Colorata?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1140\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1140\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003eAesthetic Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eProvides a vibrant red to orange hue, enhancing the visual depth and contrast in aquascapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1199\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1199\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1158\"\u003eVersatility\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSuitable for various aquascaping styles, including Dutch and nature aquariums.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1266\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1266\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eEase of Propagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eEasily propagated through stem cuttings, facilitating dense planting arrangements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1333\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1333\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003eHabitat Enhancement\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eOffers shelter and breeding grounds for small fish and invertebrates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1445\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1445\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003eWater Quality Improvement\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eAssists in nutrient absorption, contributing to a balanced aquarium ecosystem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1477\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1456\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1534\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1534\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003eLighting\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eProvide moderate to high-intensity lighting to promote vibrant coloration and compact growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1603\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1603\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003eCO₂ and Fertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eCO₂ supplementation and regular dosing with micronutrients, particularly iron, enhance growth and coloration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1660\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1660\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1619\"\u003eSubstrate\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003ePlant in nutrient-rich substrate to support robust root development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1715\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1715\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1674\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eRegular trimming encourages bushier growth and prevents overshadowing of other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1813\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1813\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eCut healthy stems and replant them into the substrate to propagate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1832\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1832\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"2552\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1985\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1985\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1896\"\u003eCan Rotala Colorata thrive without CO₂ supplementation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1896\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003eWhile it can grow without CO₂, supplementation enhances growth rate and coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"2116\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2116\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2029\"\u003eHow tall does Rotala Colorata grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003eUnder optimal conditions, it typically reaches heights of 20–50 cm (8–20 inches).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2267\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2267\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003eIs Rotala Colorata suitable for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2170\"\u003eYes, with proper lighting and nutrient supplementation, it is manageable for novice aquarists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2410\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2410\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2316\"\u003eHow often should I trim Rotala Colorata?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2319\"\u003eRegular trimming every few weeks helps maintain its shape and encourages bushier growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2552\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2415\" data-end=\"2552\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2415\" data-end=\"2443\"\u003eCan it be grown emersed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2446\"\u003eYes, Rotala Colorata can adapt to emersed conditions, often displaying different leaf shapes and sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Fishutaqua","offers":[{"title":"Default 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