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Tropica Rotala wallichi 1-2-GROW!

Feathery fine pink-whorled Rotala wallichii in Tropica 1-2-GROW tissue culture

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Quick Facts

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Position in Aquarium: Midground

Growth rate: Medium pace

Grows up to: 30 cm

Pot size: 7 cm

Origin: Asia

Description

Rotala wallichii is one of the most delicate and refined-looking aquarium stem plants, producing dense whorls of very fine, hair-thin leaves in pink to soft red that create a feathery, almost ethereal appearance in the background of planted aquariums. Its extremely fine-textured foliage and warm pink colouration make it one of the most distinctive and sought-after Rotala species for detailed, high-tech aquascape layouts.

It is a demanding species requiring bright light, CO2 injection, and soft slightly acidic water for the healthy fine-leaved growth and pink colouration it is capable of. Without CO2 or adequate light the fine leaves deteriorate quickly and the plant declines. Precise nutrition and stable water conditions are essential for long-term success with this exacting species.

Supplied as a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture cup, this plant arrives completely free from snails, pest algae, and pesticide residue. Rinse the gel, separate stems and plant into the substrate. Suited to experienced hobbyists with bright lighting, CO2, and soft water — one of the most beautiful fine-leaved Rotala species and fully shrimp safe.

Plant Sizes

The image of the plant you'll be receiving is just an example of what you can expect. Each plant is unique and may vary in size and shape, so it won't be an exact match to the photo. If we provide a size guide, keep in mind that it's just an estimate and that plants can vary in size depending on the time of year.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Tissue cultured plants are supplied young and grown in a sterile environment, so they arrive free from snails, algae and pesticide residue. They may look smaller on arrival, but each cup contains multiple plantlets designed to be divided and planted out, where they establish quickly with minimal melt and grow into place.

Tropica Rotala wallichi 1-2-GROW!
Tropica Rotala wallichi 1-2-GROW!
Tropica Rotala wallichi 1-2-GROW!
Tropica Rotala wallichi 1-2-GROW! - Aqua Essentials

Product Details

1. Grown in a laboratory

Tissue Cultured Plants are unique in so much as they are grown in a laboratory and not a greenhouse. As a result of this, a cast iron guarantee is offered which is 100% so snails and no pesticides.

2. How to handle them

They're a bit different from potted plants because they're grown in an agae solution that contains nutrients and hormones to encrougage plants to grow. Some agar is liquid, others are more solid depending on what the growers prefers. Regardless once they arrive with you, acclimatise to room temperature and then rinse under luke warm tap water. Then plant up.

3. Pot sizes

Nearly all TC pots are 5cm in diameter and the pots will range in fullness depending on many factors such as the natural growth speed of the plant and the time the grower has held them for. Sometimes the pots are exceptionally full and sometimes not so full - something we cannot control. But either way, they're still really good value when you look at the overall plant mass.

Product FAQs

Helpful details before you buy.

Is Rotala wallichii easy to keep?

No. It is one of the more demanding Rotala species, requiring very bright light, CO2, and soft slightly acidic water. The fine leaves are sensitive and deteriorate quickly without good conditions.

Does it need CO2?

Yes. CO2 is essential. Without it the fine whorled leaves cannot be maintained and the plant declines.

What colour does it produce?

Soft pink to warm red tones on the fine whorled leaves, creating a feathery, almost ethereal warm-coloured appearance quite unlike any other common Rotala species.

Is it safe for shrimp tanks?

Yes. As a Tropica 1-2-GROW! tissue culture plant it arrives free from snails, algae, and pesticide residue.

What water conditions does it need?

Soft, slightly acidic water is important, similar to requirements for Rotala macrandra. Hard or alkaline water prevents healthy growth of the fine whorled leaves.